Jan studied and taught art in Sydney before relocating to Hobart. She also studied jewellery making in Sydney and completed these studies at Hobart TAFE, as well as working as a trainee for Phil Mason in Salamanca. Later she went on to teach jewellery at TAFE and co-ordinate the jewellery department before travelling overseas. Jan has exhibited in Hobart and on the mainland. Her speciality is vitreous enamels on fine silver. She also has a passion for helping students create their own design ideas in metal.