Inspiration for my work came from a variety of sources. Valery Varemzaiden, who was an avant-garde sculptor and jeweler in Israel, was a great influence. Valery apprenticed with the famous Israeli sculptor Igael Tamarkin, who recently received the Order of Israel. I was fascinated with the creative process as he showed me how to make my first piece of jewelry. Other influences came from the time I spent at the Craft Center at the State University of Buffalo. There I made my acquaintance with Bill Helwig and observed him teaching classes in enameling and jewelry making. |
He is a Master of the Grisaille Method of enameling as well as an accomplished jeweler. Bill continues to be a prolific writer on the subject of enameling and is very generous in sharing his knowledge and talent. It is my hope that I may perpetuate the spirit of sharing on this web site.
There are many artists whose work I admire.
Some of these are: Benvenuto Cellini, Faberge, Lalique and other Art Nouveau jewelers. |
Original Art Nouveau Belt Buckle
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For my gem cutting skills I am grateful to my first teacher Don Goodger. Don was one of the presidents of the Canadian Gemological Association and North York Faceting Guild and an accomplished gem cutter, educator as well as a wonderful human being. He was always there to answer my questions and his knowledge was legendary.
Thank you Don!
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Citrine with Star of David
by Boris
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These pages will provide a forum where my own jewelry and gem creations, as well the work of other artists, will find a home. Announcements will be made about upcoming events such as shows of particular artists and our own work using new, interesting materials etc. It is my hope that with time these pages will be filled with artwork of exceptional quality. |
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