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Visions from the great lake - the environmental designs of Stephan Hoglund

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Jewelry designer Stephan Hoglund is from Minnesota. The beauty of his birthplace is evident in his designs. He uses alloys with native metals such as copper and iron and native stones such as thomsonite and chlorastrolite. His line of jewelry strikes a balance between nature and culture, between the wilderness and the city.

Author: Oriel, Andy
Publisher: Lapidary Journal Inc.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 1996
Appreciation, Works, Jewelry making, Jewelers, Jewelers (Persons), Hoglund, Stephan

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Stretch!

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Aalto, who is 63 years old ignores the old philosophy that more restrained frames should be used for expensive gemstones. He uses gold and platinum to enhance the gem's design while assuming a more active role to attain a pleasing balance.

Author: Oriel, Andy
Publisher: Lapidary Journal Inc.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 1999
Goldsmiths, Aatlo, Gordon

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The master's voice

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Noted German gem carver Lewis E. Wackler rose to prominence with his fantasy-cut gems, work on which goes beyond the usual cabbing and faceting. His skills have earned for him the title of workmaster at a world-class workshop.

Author: Oriel, Andy
Publisher: Lapidary Journal Inc.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 1995
Gem carving, Wackler, Lewis E.

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