the artist and creator behind miamese
Mia T. Starr is a writer and poet who designs note cards, jewelry, and wall hanging art. For Mia, the name 'miamese' was the union of her first name and a desire to connect through the universal language of art, purpose, and the transformative power of positive energy. It's a name welcoming the flow and elevation of light within the space where we live, work, and dream.
Whether it's a pair of moonstone lantern earrings or a note card and poem with a view of the sunrise, each miamese design is an artful signature with an affection for light that nourishes hopes and dreams.
Currently, Mia is working on a novel—the one she had set aside years ago. Writing with new hope and courage, she looks forward to the day when she can share that story with you.
Whether it's a pair of moonstone lantern earrings or a note card and poem with a view of the sunrise, each miamese design is an artful signature with an affection for light that nourishes hopes and dreams.
Currently, Mia is working on a novel—the one she had set aside years ago. Writing with new hope and courage, she looks forward to the day when she can share that story with you.
- To read Mia's writing and follow her creative journey, go to the miamese poetry & stories.
- To uplift your style and space with meaningful accessories, visit the miameseDesign shop.
- To stay in touch and receive memorable stories and inspiration, subscribe to her miamese journal.
- To get in touch, contact her.
- For more on Mia's writing and design inspiration, continue scrolling.
- If it is your dream to write a book and you are seeking guidance and advice from the writing and publishing community, go to the resources for writers.
awards and encouragement for Mia's past and future writing
Thank you, Mia. I wanted to tell you that I'm not usually drawn to cultural fiction, but I found your writing to be so beautiful and poetic, I just kept going. —S. Carlock, Sandra Dijkstra Literary Agency
There is much in your writing to admire. You employ beautiful imagery and an elegant tone in the telling of this family's story. —Katherine Fausset, Curtis Brown
Your story, CLOUDS, is moving and very richly written. —The Editors, Missouri Review
CLOUDS is a beautiful piece! Be sure to mention its finalist status as you send it back out into the world. We look forward to reading your next piece, Mia. —Linda Swanson, Glimmer Train
Thank you for submitting your manuscript, CLOUDS. It is reminiscent of Robert Olen Butler. —The Editors, Zoetrope ALL-STORY
The editors of New York Stories are happy to salute your fine story, ASPIRING AUTHOR, with an Honorable Mention in our Short Fiction Content. Please keep us in mind in the future. —Dan Lynch, New York Stories
Mia, impressive for only two years of experience as a poet. It almost was one of the very few Honorable Mentions in our Annual National Poetry Book Contest. —John E. Smelcer, Salmon Run Press
making it noteworthy
the miamese elements
thoughtfully designed
The jewelry selected for the day and the treasures displayed in a room is an expression and extension of personal style with a story. Each selection bringing richness and beauty into the fabrics of life. Each an imprint of something loved that guides a miamese design and gives it a texture of something special coming together:
A mountain horizon gemstone mobile imparting light, a pair of moonstone lantern earrings dazzling with brilliance, or an enchanted garden necklace flourishing with renewal. Through the union and placement of meaningful elements—including gemstones, metals, light, and shapes—a design comes to life in the artist's hands and vision. For everyday inspiration and joy.
A mountain horizon gemstone mobile imparting light, a pair of moonstone lantern earrings dazzling with brilliance, or an enchanted garden necklace flourishing with renewal. Through the union and placement of meaningful elements—including gemstones, metals, light, and shapes—a design comes to life in the artist's hands and vision. For everyday inspiration and joy.