Andrea Newman, of Newton, received her Bachelor’s degrees from Westfield State University and the Massachusetts College of Art and Design. She is currently the Development & Special Events Coordinator at the West Suburban YMCA in Newton.
As an artist, she has been making jewelry for over 20 years, She specializes in one of a kind creations, incorporating vintage buttons, brooches, rhinestones and pearls to create true statement pieces. She has participated in artist open studio events in Newton and Allston.
Her artist website is http://etsy.com/shop/riverviewgems