Welcome! My name is Melissa Senetar. I am a Kentucky artist and Ph.D. biochemist who makes resin jewelry with insect wings set in sterling silver or brass.

My retail gallery and working artist studio called PhbeaD (an acronym of PhD and bead) is located at 327 Chestnut Street Suite 4 in Berea, KY 1 mile from I-75 south off exit 76. Regular business hours are Tuesday-Thursday 11:30-5:30 or by special appointmentI exhibit my work at art shows and festivals throughout the year and you can also find my work in numerous stores.  

I am currently reformatting the website with new pictures and jewelry, so please visit often and contact me if you have any questions. As always, thank you for your patience and support.

Visit PhbeaD at Kentucky Crafted: The Market
in Lexington, KY March 3-4
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