Biography

California based gemstone facetor and carver finding inspiration in architecture. Chris cut diamonds for 4 years until he moved on to fashioning colored gemstones of all shapes and sizes. The pieces of art Chris makes blends precision gem work in with his love for bright colors and funky shapes.

Chris's growth into colored stone cutting brought about his love for Carving gemstones. Many of the tools to carve gems are made by hand in house including the fixed arbor system Chris carves on. His use of handmade adroitness combined with a very spunky creative mind, amazing but precise gem creations are formed. Chris specializes in faceting, fantasy cut facets, carved stones and pendants.