Behind the Bench

Lots of my inquiries now arrive with an AI image attached. Here's what can be made, what can't and how we get from a pretty picture to jewelry you can actually wear.

For years, I thought a "proper jeweler" was someone who could do absolutely everything themselves. Seventeen years in, a question from a friend finally made me rethink what being good at your craft really means.

You can design your own ring with free software and AI now. Here's what makes a design castable, the tiny details that won't survive polishing and how I turn your file into a finished ring.

There's something I really enjoy about working with sentimental jewelry. You never quite know what you're going to get, and sometimes the stones th...

One of the questions I get asked quite often is, “Can you use my gold to make my new piece?” And sometimes, yes, I absolutely can. If you have old ...

I’m excited to share that I’ll be doing an Artist Trunk Show at The MPR Store in Grand Central Terminal on Wednesday, May 6th from 12–6pm. If you'r...

My love affair with sterling silver started long before I became a jeweler, long before I ever held a torch or opened CAD software. As a teenager w...

I landed back in New York after climbing three volcanoes in Guatemala, my legs were tired and my heart was full. I was still processing the whirlwi...

When I was 15, sitting at a desk with my GCSE art coursework spread out in front of me, I remember flipping through photos of Richard Rogers and No...

Curious how old family gold can become a new wedding band or engagement ring? Here’s a clear, step-by-step look at how I use the lost wax casting process to transform sentimental metal into something personal and lasting.

When I design, I think less about decoration and more about structure. For me, jewelry should hold its own the way architecture does - grounded, in...

Discover the top jewelry trends for Fall 2025 - from bold silver rings to sustainable, sculptural designs. Here’s how I’m bringing these styles to life in the studio.