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Sarah Sweeney While a passion for the artistic does not always grow from an equally strong passion for politics and diplomacy, that is exactly how PYP Arts & Designs came to be. After several years in the political arena, PYP founder and artist, Sarah Sweeney, made the decision to return to school to study international relations. What happened next surprised even her. “Going back for my Masters degree was a great decision,” says Sarah. “Well, that is, with the exception of the impact on my pocketbook.” It was soon after beginning school that Sarah realized she would have to take matters into her own hands-- literally. “I decided to figure out how to make things for myself. Things I could not afford to have otherwise.” Beginning with a couple of pieces of jewelry for herself, Sarah’s motivation to create grew over time. Not only was she enjoying the creative process, but she also started getting commissions from friends and strangers alike for pieces to add to their collections. “The Piedras y Pretties Jewelry Collection was born of need but is now enthusiastically nurtured by passion.” says Sarah. An equally intense affection for photographing the world around her has blossomed in Sarah in recent years. “I absolutely love traveling, interacting and being out & about. Whether it is a weekend road trip in the car or a full-blown international excursion, I live for those moments where I experience or see something outside of the everyday sights and sounds that make up my life. The photographs really all came from that place—a way of capturing moments in time I wanted to hold on to and preserve.” While not trained in either photography or jewelry design, Sarah has grown to appreciate the ideals of self training and do-it-yourself ethics as cornerstones for her blossoming business. “Sometimes I think it is only natural that my love for politics and diplomacy would grow into something like this. In a way both bring different elements together to try to create a symmetry, beauty and confidence as a goal for their efforts. " Sarah currently resides in California with her husband. She travels as much as she can and, as always, enjoys a good discussion about politics or current events. Proud member of the San Diego North Park Craft Mafia 
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