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Reza Piroznia,
F.C.G.m.A, is a Canadian-based goldsmith.
Strongly influenced
by
his
Persian roots Reza designs jewellery
using gemstones that he has carefully
selected while
spelunking
world wide. His delightful and delicate creations capture the
natural qualities present in Super Seven crystals and a love for
Persian Turquoise. Enjoying his livelihood with an engaging
enthusiasm and
charm Reza has created
Jewellery Jamboree Gems
as a family run business. Known
to all of us as a generous
and gentle
person it is a delight to share in his dream.
Reza Piroznia
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 The store has lovely light and is a
nice place to stop by and have tea
with Reza.
Established in 2001,the shop is now located at Toronto,
Ont. Jewellery Jamboree Gems Telephone: 416-804-5487 (Reza) |
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Stones are my passion. I get excited over different stones, the inclusions they have, their shape, their very uniqueness. I enjoy going to different mines overseas and bring back to North America the unique stones that I have found. Hunting down stones ignites in me a feeling of excitement and I have not yet tired of exploring. I know first hand that the stones I bring home are quality pieces, and it is important to me to be able to assure people that the stone they are receiving is quality. While traveling I also attend shows to stay updated. I have participated in shows in Germany, Thailand, Brazil, Turkey and the U.S and each experience has influenced in some fashion my current design work. I began back home as a goldsmith after studying tool and dye making in high school and began dealing with gemstones when I moved to Canada to complete my professional training as a certified gemologist. My inspiration?- Definitely natural stones, I love natural stones that haven't been treated, and as a result I try to deal with natural stones as much as I can. Most of my designs are created while I am working on the wax, and as the inspiration comes. I don't tend to work with sketches or drawings but let myself be carried away. My inspiration comes from my life, or from the stone, it's colour and shape. I like working on complicated pieces that challenge me and I prefer not to use solder but find a way to attach things without. Whether it is a simple or an involved creation I want people to feel special, loved, that the jewellery is a real gift. All of my energy goes into the piece and I hope that people are able to feel the energy and love coming from the piece I have made for them. ~ Reza Piroznia, 2006
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Skills~ |
Gemmology |
▪ Identifying, cutting and setting gemstones | |
| Goldsmithing | ▪ Jewellery repair, custom made jewellery and analyzing metals | ||
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Tool & Dye Making |
▪ Mould making and machinery model making and repair | ||
| Awards~ | 1999 | Canadian Association of Jewellers award for jewellery repair | |
| Education~ | Jan. 2002 | Passed Canadian Professional Gemmology Exams | |
| 2001-2002 | Goldsmithing Theory | George Brown College | |
| Lapidary | Training with Al Manestar | ||
| Gemsetting | Training with Carl F. Torode | ||
| 2000-2001 | Gemmology | George Brown College | |
| Lapidary | Training with Al Manestar | ||
| Gemsetting | Training with Carl F. Torode | ||
| 1999-2000 | Gemsetting | George Brown College | |
| Gemmology | |||
| 1996-1998 | Certificate of Jewellery Repair | George Brown College | |
| 1998-1999 | ESL and OSSD | City Adult Learning Centre | |
| 1978-1982 | Technical Diploma | Kar Ammous, Iran | |
| Experience~ | 1999 | Goldsmith | Shelly
Purdy's Studio 296 Richmond Street, Toronto |
| 1996-1999 | Employed in courier, delivery and construction trades | Toronto, Ontario | |
| 1986-1995 | Goldsmith | Family run business, Iran | |
| 1984-1986 | Goldsmith | Iran | |
| 1982-1984 | Tool & dye maker | Iran | |
| Membership~ | 2000-2006 | Scarborough Gem & Mineral Club | |
| 2002-2006 | Canadian Gemology Association | ||
| Talks~ | 2005 | George Brown College; Guest Speaker ' Lost wax casting and other aspects of jewellery design. | |
| Interests~ | Competitive ballroom dancing, travel, interior design and repair. | ||
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