Australian Turquoise
I wanted to focus on Australian Turquoise this month, not only because it happens to be December’s birthstone, but because the particular stones I work with are rare and beautiful, with a very special provenance.
STORIES
Tools of the Trade
This month, I thought I’d take you behind the scenes to share a bit about some of the tools I use in my work. Each piece I work on comes together in a series of processes, each done by hand.
A Trip To Lightning Ridge
This year, at the end of Winter, I took a trip with my family to Opal country in Lightning Ridge, north-western New South Wales, somewhere I’ve always been interested in visiting.
Trillion Cut Australian Parti Sapphire Ring
This 2.25ct trillion cut Australian parti sapphire recently featured in a custom ring for Courtesy of the Artist. It’s probably one of the most incredible stones I’ve ever worked with.
Andamooka, South Australia
Four years ago today I was in the South Australian outback exploring the opal mining town of Andamooka. I spent a week in Andamooka learning about its hidden treasures and its rich history.
Remodelling a Family Heirloom
A recent remodelling project. Three stack rings, a cluster of diamonds, sapphires and granules in 18ct yellow gold using diamonds from a family heirloom.
Welcome!
Welcome! My website has been given a lovely little refresh. I look forward to sharing more creations and stories with you here in my new journal.
Kate Mulvany wears The Sunburst Stud
Australian actress and writer Kate Mulvany wore her Marina Antoniou x Lauren Webster “Sunburst Earring” from The Lost Galaxy collection earlier this year.
Archive: Jewel For A Cause
My ‘From the Heart’ necklace was featured in today’s The Australian Financial Review Magazine! Thank you to Francis Mocknik and the AFR Magazine!
Archive : From the Heart Press Release
Since launching in 2016, the “From the Heart” collection has raised over $10,000 for the Heart Foundation to help raise women’s heart health awareness.