How would you describe your style? My personal style is heavily influenced by vintage clothing, I gravitate most toward bohemian/'70s vintage style. My jewelry's style is definitely influenced by '70/80's jewelry mixed with elements of nature, I grew up on Hilton Head Island so my jewelry has a really natural beachy feeling.

Do you remember the first thing you made? When I first began my jewelry line in 2008 I was mostly deconstructing vintage jewelry and turning it into something new. The first thing I deconstructed was a necklace from the '70s that I turned into a pair of earrings.

Before I started making I… …Was a stylist and worked for magazines like Italian Vogue, L’uomo Vogue, and for designers like Lacoste and Diane Von Furstenberg.

If I weren’t a maker I’d be... An actress.

Favorite quote or words to live by: Reach for the stars and grab a few.

If I could run away I’d go… To Greece

If you could collaborate with one person dead or alive who would it be? Zandra Rhodes

What would be on your maker’s soundtrack? The National, The Grateful Dead, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Miles Davis

If you could learn a new skill what would it be? I would love to learn how to build a house.

What’s your favorite movie? The Wizard Of Oz

What is your perfect day? Going to the beach with my husband or riding bikes.

Last book you read? Where the Crawdads Sing

What would your last meal be? Veggie Burger With Fries

Favorite scent? Black Coconut Oil

Favorite flower or tree? Magnolia Trees

Favorite artist? I have a few, Frieda Kahlo, Rothko, and Picasso

What is the most challenging project you have worked on? Why? Myself, because I feel like we are constantly evolving and changing as we grow older but it’s something we have to do. As an artist it takes a lot of working on yourself and believing in yourself to reach your dreams.

What do you see outside your bedroom window? Banana trees

What do you hear right now? My AC

Who’s the most famous person you’ve ever met? The Olsen Twins and Danny Devito

What was the last gift you gave someone? I gifted a pair of my earrings to a friend after her mother passed away.

If money was not a factor how would you live your life? Exactly the way I’m living it now.

Favorite podcast? How I Built This

Best piece of advice you have ever received? You can always start over tomorrow.

Any hidden talents? Funny Faces

Where did you grow up? Hilton Head Island, SC

Favorite time of day? Early evening when I’m cooking dinner.

Favorite holiday? Christmas

What is your most treasured possession? My father’s jewelry tools.

What is your favorite family tradition? Giving everyone too many gifts at Christmas.

If you could have a superpower, what would it be? To make this world a better place.

What song best describes your work ethic? Eye of the Tiger

Favorite thing to cook? Carrot Cake

What are you currently watching? The Sinner on Netflix

What are you most thankful for? I am most grateful for my relationship with my husband.

To see more of Selina’s work visit, www.selinaking.com or his Instagram @selinakingjewelry

*Portrait by Jen Davis