Christine is Assistant Director of the Academy. She is an educator, author and jeweler with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Jewelry and Metalsmithing. Many of her innovative designs combine precious metals and gems with recycled rubber. In addition to publishing articles on tool tips and keum-boo, she works closely with Alan Revere to photograph his many articles and books. Christine's jewelry is featured in many books, including The Art and Craft of Jewelry Making, Modern Jewelry from Modular Parts, 500 Lockets & Pendants, 500 Wedding Rings, 500 Earrings, 500 Necklaces, 1000 Rings and Chain Mail Jewelry. Christine teaches Fabrication, Keum-Boo, Green Jewelry, Rivet It!, Surface Sampler, and Surfaces & Rivets.Visit christinedhein.com.