Crystal Foell
Cheltenham,PA
Summary
With a rich background at Hawkeye Studios LLC, I excel in creating conversation-starting jewelry pieces, mastering techniques from sawing to intricate inlay work. Trained by industry leaders like Michael Boyd, Jeff Fulkerson, and Joanna Goldberg, my craftsmanship blends silversmithing with innovative design, showcasing exceptional attention to detail and a creative mindset. My work not only reflects technical proficiency but also a passion for bringing visions to life.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Designer Owner Hawkeye
Hawkeye Studios LLC
12.2015 - Current
- Designer and silversmith creating one of a kind bold statement pieces that start a conversation.
- Sawing, overlay, inlay, stone on stone, leatherwork bracelet, prong settings, stamping using both Acetylene and Oxygen/ Propane Little Smith Torch.
- Lapidary artist stone cutter.
- Use rolling mill, polishing equipment
World Famous Stamping
Danny Wade
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Hand stamping techniques to line up stamps and create intricate designs with multiple stamps of different sizes.
Deconstructed Prongs
Studio Luna Verde
03.2023 - 03.2023
- Trained with Ace McCasland on creating deconstructed prongs in sterling silver with brass accents. Focused on rings.
- Fusing techniques that do not require solder to fuse multiple pieces of sterling silver metals together.
- Use both Smith Little Torch Oxygen/ Propane and Acetylene torch to create rings.
- Prong creation and setting of large stones up to 10 carats in size.
Dynamic Prong Settings
Joanna Goldberg
10.2022 - 10.2022
- Design and creation of bracelets and rings using Little Smith torch to create prong settings.
- Learned how to create a structure that supports both the girdle and base of the stone.
Advanced Inlay
Chuck Bruce
09.2022 - 09.2022
- Construction of traditional inlay techniques including creating channels, soldering and precision stone cutting.
- Intricate stone setting techniques, complex color matching and undercutting stones to fit curved settings.
- Created inlay necklaces, rings, with emphasis on cuff bracelets.
Advanced Inlay
Jeff Fulkerson
07.2022 - 07.2022
- Creation of a hollow form ring body with inlay that has stone on top and inlay around the sides.
- Techniques learned, setting a stone ‘dot’ in tubing within stone.
Stone on Stone
Michael Boyd
03.2022 - 03.2022
- Stone laying techniques to add color and dimension.
- Creating custom fit bezels, techniques for drilling holes into stones, and creating mountings with tube rivets and epoxy.
Hollow Forms
Rachel Morris
02.2021 - 02.2021
- Emphasize structural construction, functional and creative design, and technical fabrication.
- Creation of hollow form pearl beads, box beads, box rings.
- Techniques include adding decorative and functional elements such as inset stones, surface treatments, and multi-form connectors.
Intermediate Lapidary
Tuscarora Lapidary
05.2019 - 05.2019
- Cutting, shaping and polishing stones to create cabochons.
- Working with lapidary equipment slab saw, trim saw, flat lap, and Diamond Pacific Genie.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Telecommunications
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05-1995
Skills
Silversmith
Sawing
Soldering Acetylene & Oxygen Propane Little Torch
Overlay
Inlay
Stamping
Hollow Form
Lapidary
Stone on Stone
Prong Settings
Beading
Timeline
Deconstructed Prongs
Studio Luna Verde
03.2023 - 03.2023
Dynamic Prong Settings
Joanna Goldberg
10.2022 - 10.2022
Advanced Inlay
Chuck Bruce
09.2022 - 09.2022
Advanced Inlay
Jeff Fulkerson
07.2022 - 07.2022
World Famous Stamping
Danny Wade
05.2022 - 05.2023
Stone on Stone
Michael Boyd
03.2022 - 03.2022
Hollow Forms
Rachel Morris
02.2021 - 02.2021
Intermediate Lapidary
Tuscarora Lapidary
05.2019 - 05.2019
Designer Owner Hawkeye
Hawkeye Studios LLC
12.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Telecommunications
Pennsylvania State University
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