Riding a creative wave: pursuing a European ideal of form following function, Lance Heck produces jewelery design

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Lance Heck is one of the most creative and sought after jewelry designers in Laguna Beach, CA. Heck, who at age eleven has already exhibited his talent by winning first prize in cabochon cutting at the California Federation of Mineralogical Societies' competition, is famous foris unique and avant-garde designs.

Behavior, Jewelers, Jewelers (Persons), Heck, Lance

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Masters of mosaic

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The expertise of the local mosaic artisans in Florence, Italy is awe-inspiring. Some of the works of Italian masters, which include mosaics of inlaid hard stones, can be found in the Museo dell'Opificio delle Pietre Dure.

Criticism and interpretation, Art, Florence, Italy, Mosaics

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Design of the times

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Jewelry that is currently considered fashionable is small and elegant, but larger pieces of jewelry that are well-designed and artistic are selling well. Several pieces are pictured and the trends are examined.

Evaluation, Jewelry

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