In the process of making her own creations, she utilizes many of the same skills and materials found in the objects she works on.

[5] Cox earned her bachelor's degree at the University of Texas, San Antonio in philosophy, focusing on metaphysics and epistemology.

During this time, she would learn about historical automata, philosophical tools used analyze human intelligence, life and the universe, leading her to pursue horology.

She then continued her education at West Dean College in the UK, specializing in clock restoration and conservation, an area that is not taught in American schools.

[9] Along with the award, Cox was invited to share an in depth documentation of the work in the AHS's publication, Antiquarian Horology.