B
orn in New York City, raised in Miami, Tini Courtney, the designer behind HOWL, currently lives in Los Angeles. Juggling being a mom, an artist and an entrepreneur, Tini manifests her free spirit and unquenchable creativity through her designs. Hand carving waxes allows Tini to encapsulate the historic relevance of jewelry that is a continual source of inspiration for the “genderless elegant” pieces she creates for HOWL, which is an acronym for “Handle Only With Love.”
Working from her home studio, Tini wholeheartedly embraces the diversity of Los Angeles.
Working from her home studio, Tini wholeheartedly embraces the diversity of Los Angeles. From the serenity of the ocean to the vibrant jewelry district to its thriving music scene, she has created a home and a life for her family that is filled with wonders and adventures.
7:00AM: But First, Coffee
Wakeup, make coffee immediately, pack lunches for the kids, make breakfast and usually rush out the door
8:15AM: Morning Routine
I hop on my e-bike with the kids and drop the little dinosaurs off at school, and sometimes continue a few blocks down to the beach to say hello to the ocean. When it’s not too cold out I’ll take a dip. It’s my favorite way to start the day.
9:00AM: Studio Time
I get settled in my home studio, some days are much more creative and hands on than others. Today I am working on a custom piece for a client. Hand carving waxes is truly my happy place.
12:00PM: DTLA
I drive downtown to check in on production, buy pearls and stones for upcoming projects.
3:00PM: Juggling Act
I head back to pick up my kids at school and try to sneak in some more work while we’re back home.
6:00PM: Dance Party U.S.A.
It’s bath time, dinner and dance party time with the kids
8:00PM: Goodnight Moon
Put the kids to bed
9:00PM: Tini Time
I head back over to the east side -tonight to see LCD Soundsystem, I’m VERY excited!