2023 Business Members
We are so grateful for our Colorado Metalsmithing Association Business Members!
CoMA is able to continue providing educational and professional opportunities to our members, student scholarships to the conference, and promoting the metalsmithing arts throughout Colorado and the West because of generous support from businesses like these.
Please visit their store/sites and support them! We are lucky to have a vibrant metalsmithing community and welcome all who support us!
Steven Jacob is a Father/Son jewelry company specializing in custom wedding rings. Founder Steve Midgett is an internationally recognized Mokume Gane and Damascus Steel artist and educator.
Boulder, CO
Colorado Gemworks is a second generation lapidary, rock hound and artist from Boulder, Colorado. My father Lew Wackler has been in the gem business for over 50 years and has become world famous for his lapidary fantasy cuts, high quality cabochons and artistic knives. Now that I run my own business the goal is to provide my favorite gems from around the world and focusing on quality over quantity. Some available gems are but not limited to : Mozambique Ruby crystals, Damascus Steel cabs, Watermelon Tourmaline, Jade, Lapis, Sugilite, Dinosaur Bone, Elestial Quartz and much more. Colorado Gemworks is built on customer satisfaction and my clients from all over the world repeat business with me because they know they will find unique and quality specimens with attention to detail!
- Zander
Denver Jewelry Studio strives to create a complete environment for metalsmithing artists.
We have a reputation for strong customer service and a community feel where everyone can share ideas and learn from one another.
We offer metalsmithing & jewelry workshops for people of all skill levels.
Kim Harrell is a silversmith and jewelry artist who makes distinctly textured and clean-lined jewelry and silver wares primarily using precious metals. She studied at the London Metropolitan University, Sir John Cass School of Art, Architecture and Design where she obtained her B.A. in Silversmithing, Jewellery and Allied Crafts. Kim was born in Denver, CO and currently resides in Aurora, CO where she runs her studio and teaches at The Art Students League of Denver.
Kim is the current President of the Colorado Metalsmithing Association (CoMA) and mentors emerging metalsmiths nationally. An experienced educator, she is available for group and private teaching and to speak about her work.
Kim’s work can be found in private and corporate collections in the USA and Europe. The Kirkland Museum of Fine & Decorative Art in Denver acquired a set of her silver sculptural spoons that are currently on display in the Sculpture section.
Located in Louisville, Silver Peak Studio offers metalsmithing and jewelry business workshops taught by experienced metalsmiths in a small group setting. Our competitively priced, unique workshops have a max of 5 students to ensure more interaction with the instructor. Please contact Jen or visit our website for our upcoming schedule.
Silver Peak Studio
609 S. Taylor Ave Suite D
Louisville CO 80027
Jen Lesea-Ames, Owner
720-819-6254
Chapin Dimond is a jeweler, metalsmith, caster, and instructor. His take on jewelry is a fun playful experience, utilizing ancient and modern techniques to create each piece. He works with metal daily releasing the inner spirit/essence of what metal wants to be. This is expressed through his craftsmanship and designs. His jewelry can be seen in several galleries in Colorado, his website CDimond.com, and his Instagram page @CDimondDesigns. Chapin creates custom one-of-a-kind pieces sharing people's stories. He does small batch casting and one-off castings for other jewelers. Chapin enjoys sharing the magic of metalsmithing with others, through teaching, demos and workshops. He teaches one-on-one and in small group settings, his workshops are at BoMA, DJS, other studios and organizations. To see his upcoming list of workshops and demos, check out his website under News. C Dimond is based in Louisville, Colorado.
My name is Denise, and I own DK Originals Jewelry. The spark and desire to create jewelry started when I went on the search for the perfect engagement ring. It took twenty years of creating using many different avenues and a divorce made me realize that I need to start my own jewelry design business. We all love to wear jewelry, and there is a need for jewelry to fit our casual lifestyle.
Darvier is a design studio to help you realize your wild ideas. Our team of laid-back, non-commission staff of goldsmiths and designers just want to get to know you better. We 3D print or machine your designs in our workshop, where we add diamonds and gemstones chosen together through education, completing your unique jewelry. Since 2006 we've been giving your old, broken jewelry a fresh life with your ideas fit for any budget and made with innovative quality.
P.S. That goes for repairs & restorations as well... Let us help!
Jennifer (Jenn) Dewey is a jewelry designer, goldsmith and avid traveler, residing in Ridgway, CO. - where she operates her private jewelry design, metalsmithing studio and online gallery.
Besides this online gallery of artistry, ethnic jewelry and treasures... Jennifer also sells her original jewelry pieces through galleries, creates custom bespoke goldsmithing pieces for clients, and has exhibited through juried art and music shows. Prior to Ridgway, Jennifer lived in Telluride, CO - serving as a gallery director while gaining more private goldsmithing clients, full time with J Dewey Designs, opened workshop in Placerville, CO ... New Orleans, LA - where she worked as a gallery director, artist and jewelry maker for over a decade... and Chicago, IL – where she worked in public relations, marketing, non-profit event planning, and fundraising.
DGF Studio13 is a sole proprietorship owned by Crystal Hinds, and is housed in TinkerMill of Longmont,CO. DGF began in 2007 and continues to grow and develop possibilities.DGF is focused on work that spans from general bench style jewelry to elaborate works of art. The work is organic in form, focusing on the harmony of a piece, working primarily in silver and various gems. Popular forms of work utilize casting, enameling, stone setting, and custom chain work. DGF is currently accepting custom work commissions and offering classes in all phases of jewelry making, such as beginning metalsmithing techniques, or custom designed classes and experiences. Contact DGF today for all of your metalsmithing adventures and beyond!
An experienced degree qualified Jewelry professional, passionate about delivering exciting and memorable design concepts and high-quality finished jewelry
As a CAD design artist for fine Jewelry, I had the opportunity to work as the Lead Corporate Jewelry Designer for Hyde Park Jewelers for over 3 years and work with an amazing team of jewelers and designers for over the span of my career.
I am a firm believer in giving back to my community by participating in STEAM programs as an artist using applied technology in art programs at various locations including the Denver Science Museum, Wings over the
Rockies and I am currently engaged with the Arapahoe Community College developing a CAD and Jewelry manufacture program classes starting Spring 2023.
Now is the perfect time to advance your jewelry making skills!
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The world is crazy right now, we are all humbled. It IS important how you use this time, and where you put your mind! We have done our best to lower the cost of our courses, and create optional ways to get started.
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Let's take this journey together! Join our community and let's get creative! You will be with like minded metalsmiths from all over, working together and sharing their progress, while being mentored by master jeweler, visionary artist Kent Raible.
Colorado Center for Metal Arts is located in Pueblo, Colorado and provides a community for every type of metalsmith to evolve and thrive as a metal artist and jeweler. In addition to our local workshops and classes, we offer classes by world renown masters providing instruction to students at all levels. Our fully equipped facility allows students to explore different techniques.
The J. Cotter Gallery is an internationally recognized gallery of contemporary designer jewelry. Jim Cotter is the proprietor of the J. Cotter Gallery in Vail, Colorado and his gallery has remained in the same location on Wall Street ever since 1970. His work is in museums around the United States and Europe as well as in many private collections. Cotter is best known for his use of organic forms and unusual materials and the originality of the work that separates him from others because his designs are unique, handmade and one of a kind.
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234 E. Wall Steet, Vail, CO 81658
(970) 476-3131
Forsythe Fine Jewelry showcases contemporary jewelry and metalsmithing in the heart of Colorado. Owner Alexandra Forsythe brings over 25 years of experience in jewelry design, repair, and manufacture. Seasonal exhibitions and trunk shows allow us to offer a diverse range of artists and unique work.
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900 South Main Street
Buena Vista, CO 81211
(719) 221-2336
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