Jewelry
With over a decade of experience in fine jewelry design, I blend creativity and technical expertise with a deep understanding of client needs and consumer trends. The work showcased below includes fully realized custom designs, CAD renderings, and hand-drawn illustrations, all developed with an eye for artistry and precision. Supported by my Graduate Gemologist certification and CAD training from the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), I oversee the meticulous sourcing of high-quality diamonds and gemstones and collaborate with leading casting houses and skilled bench jewelers to create finished jewelry that meets both technical and artistic standards. Focusing on craftsmanship, innovation, and client requirements, these pieces reflect the high standards expected in the fine jewelry and fashion industries.
Emerald Engagement Ring | Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald Set In 18k Yellow Gold Set Alongside Antique Family Diamonds And New Diamonds
A Clamshell Locket Push Present | 14k Yellow Gold Sliding Locket In The Shape Of A Clamshell, Set With A Round Tanzanite (December Birthstone)
A Couple's Wedding Bands | Top: 18k Yellow Gold and Diamond Wedding Band Featuring A Mix of Baguette and Round Diamonds Bottom: 18k Yellow Gold and Jade Inlaid Wedding Band Featuring Kintsugi Japanese Gold Technique
A Ruby Engagement Ring Incorporating Family Stones | 18k White Gold Engagement Ring Set With A Vibrant Red Ruby At The Center, Flanked By Flush Set Rubies And Diamonds In A Mix of Cuts. The Ruby Sides Stones Were Re-Claimed From The Bride's Family Jewelry
A Pair of Tourmaline and Tahitian Pearl Earrings | 14k Satin Finished Earrings Set with A Mix Of Tourmaline Colors And Finished With Removable Tahitian Pearl Drops
A 6-Prong Antique Diamond Engagement Ring | 18k Yellow Gold and Transitional Cut Diamond Set With 6 Claw Prongs On A Knife-Edge Shank
A Couple's Matching Engagement Rings | Rhodium Plated 14k White Gold Featuring Reclaimed Family Diamonds
A Floral Inspired Antique Diamond Engagement Ring | Rhodium Plated White Gold Featuring An Old Mine Cut Diamond Center Stone Flanked By 3 Half-Moon Cut Diamonds Arranged In a Floral Motif On Either Side Of The Center Stone And Finished With A Two Strand Twisted Shank. The Floral Motif Also Resembles The Couple's Initials "D" And "B"
A Non-Traditional Marquise Diamond Engagement Ring | A Play On A Three Stone Ring, This 14k White Gold Ring Features an East-West Prong-Set Marquise Diamond Flanked By Bezel-Set Round Diamonds On Either Side. A Partial Halo of Round Diamonds Runs Between The Bezel-Set Diamonds On Both Sides of the Center Marquise Stone. The Center Stone Was Re-Claimed From The Groom's Family Jewelry.
A Carved Tourmaline Leaf Pendant | One Of A Series Of 14k Gold Pendants Created Using A Curated Selection Of Carved Tourmaline Gemstone Leaves.
14k Gold and Sterling Silver Pretzels Set With Diamond Salt | Philadelphia Soft Pretzel and Hard Pretzel Pendants Made From Hand-Sculpted Wax And Flush-Set Round Diamonds
A Wren Pendant Push Present | Sterling Silver Pendant In The Shape Of A Wren , Set With An Oval Moonstone and Round Blue Sapphire, Hand-Engraved On The Back
Hidden Details
Many of my clients are looking for ways to personalize their custom engagement rings while maintaining a classic overall feel to the design. As shown below, hidden details are one way I enhance the customer experience and strike a balance between unique and classic style in my custom designs.
A 14k white gold engagement ring with an oval-cut purple sapphire set at its center with a diamond studded band. Both sides of the bezel underneath the center stone are decorated with hand-engraved stars surrounding a crescent moon with a flush-set round diamond.
A 14k white gold engagement ring for a book-loving English teacher featuring at contemporary cut antique-style square cushion diamond set in a diamond studded band. The basket of metal holding the center stone is sculpted to mimic the spine and cover of an open book.
A 14k rose gold engagement ring set with diamonds re-claimed from family jewelry. At the center is a round diamond flanked by 3 diamonds on either side - round, baguette, round. The Groom’s birthstone - Tsavorite Garnet - is bezel-set beneath the center stone on both sides, adding a pop of color and a sentimental detail seen most easily by the wearer.
Product Development & Manufacturing
I honed my production skills at a luxury jewelry house, where I oversaw both our in-house line and collections for prestigious brands. This experience built the foundation of my deep understanding of the entire jewelry-making process—from design and gemstone sourcing to CAD, casting, team management, and quality control - enabling me to consistently deliver exceptional results for my clients.
Revitalizing an Heirloom: Crafting Versatile Jewelry from Precious Family Stones
The client commissioned me to create a necklace and earrings using her 2.91-carat diamond engagement ring and a pair of diamond earrings, aiming for pieces that would complement a gold and diamond bracelet she already owned. She wanted the jewelry to be less intimidating, versatile, and suitable for frequent wear. Upon removing the diamond from its ring, I discovered chips along the girdle, so I had it re-cut to 2.80 carats, polished, and certified, enhancing its clarity grade and increasing its value by 41%. . I presented four design options, and after receiving the client's approval on the final CAD models, I sent the files to be 3D-printed and cast in 14-karat white gold. The pieces were finished by my bench jeweler, and I added an adjustable chain to the necklace for added versatility.
Diamond Ring Inherited By Client
Gold And Diamond Bracelet Client Wanted Her New Jewelry To Match
Before And After Re-Cutting The Central Diamond
Sketches Of Proposed Pendant And Earring Designs
3-D Rendering Of Pendant CAD Model
3-D Rendering Of CAD Model For The Earrings
3-D Printed Resin Model Of The Pendant To Be Cast In Gold
Castings For The Pendant And One Earrings
The Finished Pendant!
The Finished Earrings!
CAD DESIGN
Below is a selection of CAD models I have created using Rhino8 3D and Gemvision Matrix. Most of this work comes from course assignments from the Gemological Institute of America as much of my professional work has been subject to non-disclosure agreements. These images are digital renderings, with some handcrafted details included to present a complete representation of the final design.
Gaudí Brooch | Inspired by Antoni Gaudí’s Casa Batlló, this brooch balances fluid, organic curves with straight lines to highlight two oval turquoise cabochons, drawing on Art Nouveau design.
Inverted Diamond Three-Stone Ring | Inspired by Etruscan and Roman jewelry, this design combines historical elements with modern details, featuring a one-carat diamond set culet-up and ruby bullet cabochons for a bold, timeless look.
Tourmaline Ring Collection | A collection of five right-hand rings that celebrate tourmaline stones from Namibia, Brazil, Mozambique, and Nigeria. Each design is inspired by the unique landscapes and cultures of the stones’ origins.
Roller Coaster Ring | This playful, sculptural three-stone ring draws inspiration from bead maze toys, using vibrant colors and kinetic forms to push the boundaries of traditional CAD design.
Hagia Sophia Ring | Inspired by the architecture of the Hagia Sophia in Turkey, this design reflects the domes and arches of the historic building's exterior.
Halo Ring | A whimsical play on a halo-style ring, subverting the traditional form by transforming the classic halo that encircles the center diamond intoan angelic-style halo that sits above the center diamond.
Cherry Blossom Pendant | This pendant takes on the form of a Cherry Blossom flower and is set with a pink tourmaline at its center and studded with a gradient of flush-set pink gems.
Ear Climber Earrings | Inspired by Indian design motifs, these earrings blend three gemstone setting styles: prong setting, flush setting, and pavé setting.
Men's Transforming Wedding Band | This wedding band features a bar at the center that can be displayed two ways: one side is plain for a subtle look and the other side is studded with small round diamonds.
Hand Rendering
Below is a selection of hand-drawn jewelry designs, both digital and analog, showcasing a range of concepts from initial sketches to more refined illustrations. Many of these pieces were created as part of personal and professional projects. These drawings capture intricate details and artistic vision, offering a glimpse into the creative process behind each design.
Pencil Drawing of Diamond Engagement Ring
Commissioned Digital Drawing of Client's Design For Contest Submission
Charm Bracelet Illustration Featuring Autobiographical Charms
Digital Drawing Of Gold, Diamond, And Bi-Color Tourmaline Bead Earring Concept
Digital Drawing of Antique Lover's Eye Style Brooch Featuring An Image Of A Beloved Dog's Nose
Pencil Drawing Of Crescent Moon Earring Set With Cabochon Colored Gemstones And Diamonds
Pencil Drawing Of Crescent Moon Earring Set With Lapis Lazuli Cabochons
Pencil Drawing Of Textured Metal Phases Of The Moon Themed Earring and Collar Necklace
Watercolor Sketches For Pearl and Diamond Pendant Designs
Specification Sheet for Enamel Keychain and Bag Clip, Artwork Created in Adobe Illustrator
Specification Sheet For Adjustable Enamel Charm Necklace
Hand Sketch of Fruit Components for Jewelry Line
Watercolor Sketches of Leopard Print Motif