Necklace (apatite, red quartz and brushed gold beads) and pattern i designed. Apatite is a calcium phosphate mineral. It is the most widespread phosphate in the nature. The name Apatite derives from Greek “apatein” meaning “misleading” because this gemstone was confused with other minerals like tourmaline, peridot, emerald or aquamarine. Surprisingly, Apatite is the main…
Necklace i made with apatite, pearl, red agate and red quartz beads. I also designed the dahlia pattern.
Pink onyx necklace i made. My pattern based on photos of dahlias in the parc floral in Paris.
Hélène Courtaigne-Delalande ring and photo made with photoshop based on my photo of the Galeries Lafayette in Berlin. More photos made by photoshop :
Winged heart opal brooch, Pre Raphaelite (Arts & Crafts) tiara (1900s) and William Morris’ illustration. Opalescence is the optical property of a transparent or translucide material which gives it an aspect or a milky color with iridescent reflects like the opals. “Precious opals are translucent to transparent and are distinguished by a combination of milky…
Hélène de Taillac spessartite garnet ring, gold texture and my photo of the Galeries Lafayette in Berlin, Germany. My photos of the Galeries Lafayette in Berlin, Germany : Different versions :
Paraiba tourmaline is a copper-bearing tourmaline. The name comes from the location where the stone was discovered : in the Brazilian state of Paraiba (city of Sao Jose da Batalha). This fine gemstone had been found in 1989 by the miner Heitor Barbosa. The vivid blue green colour of the paraiba tourmaline is unique. It is the rarest…
Inspired by his Venetian roots, the Italian jewelry designer Marco Bicego creates wonderful 18 karat gold jewels decorated with colored gemstones. Each piece of jewelry is unique since the manufacture is handcrafted. The Italian craftmanship is highlighted through Marco Bicego’s creations. One of the characteristics of Marco Bicego is the brushed gold he uses which…
Ila Collection was founded by the Indian brother and sister Vikas and Ila Sodhani in 2007. They draw their inspiration from Indian culture, designs, architecture, ornaments and craftmanship. For 8 years, Ila had been designed high-end diamond jewelry with her mother and father. Regarding Vikas, he trained in Indian design houses and handmade fabrication shops…
Founded in 2003 by designer Irene Neuwirth and business partner Tracy Stoll, the brand is an independent fine jewelry company based in Los Angeles. Irene Neuwirth creates unique, modern and sophisticated jewels decorated with stunning gemstones. Her style is immediately recognizable : superb colorful gemstones, geometric shapes, mix of different forms and colours, use of…