Along the years, production methods evolve in all working environments. For me, the biggest transformation in my craftsmanship has been the switch to manufacturing my jewelry designs using 3-D printers. However, a big part of the jewelry design is the sketch - the first time it comes to life before my eyes.
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| My design for a gold pair of dice / special edition |
When I first started designing jewelry, I used a sketching technique I had learned in "Omanit", of painting the jewelry designs with water colors. As my jewelry was all hand made, the designing process would be as follows: Having an idea, translating it into a painting, and then working hands-on with the materials. When working with materials, the design often altered spontaneously due to the physical restrictions of the substance.
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| Water color paintings for a collection of mine, back in the 90's |
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| This necklace I made won an award in '97 / Far left: Sketch / Middle: Final product photo / Far right: An article on my wining piece in the newespaper! |
In 1997, I first started designing on a computer. This method allows the transformation of more complex design ideas into a reality - designs which could not be reached with hand made crafting. Having said that, no one method is perfect, and computer work comes along with technical restraints. Yet the greatest advantage achieved is the freedom from compromising due to materialistic dictations: Creating a jewel which is an immediate result of the my wildest designs.
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| Twisted Torus Pendant / Made with 14K gold, Lapis Lasuli Stones and Gold Beads |
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| Twisted Disk Pendant+Clasp / Made with 14K gold and pearls |
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| Flat Mobius Ring / Made with 14K gold |
If you are a designer - what are your preferences when sitting down to work?
For any questions about techniques, materials, etc. please post them in the comments section below and I'll be happy to answer.
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