A love of business, art, science, and learning? There's a place for all of that in jewelry! Kelly Egan shares how her many interests come together in a profession filled with fascinating discoveries, beautiful objects, and stories waiting to be uncovered. Turns out, the jewelry industry has room for all kinds of curiosity!
When geology, gemology, and a family jewelry business come together, you get a pretty interesting career path.
There’s more than one way to find your place in the jewelry world, and sometimes the best path brings together everything you’ve learned along the way.
Artist always. Designer by instinct. Educator by choice.
What happens when creativity meets craftsmanship and a passion for sharing knowledge?
In our interview from the August 2026 Atlanta Jewelry Show, Rémy offers a look into his world of jewelry design, design rendering, and education. Remy's work is about the ideas, skills, and creative vision that bring jewelry to life.
A little jewelry history, a lot of industry history, and one man who’s been part of the story.
In our interview from the August 2026 Atlanta Jewelry Show, Roy Conradi takes us through the legacy of the Southern Jewelry Travelers Association, the Atlanta Jewelry Show, Southern Jeweler magazine, and the 24K Club of the Southeastern United States.
Diamonds, the wholesale trade, and a market with more than one kind of sparkle.
In our interview from the August 2026 Atlanta Jewelry Show, Mike Rhinehart of Georgia Carbon shares insights into the diamond business, including natural and lab-grown diamonds and his work as a diamond and jewelry wholesaler.
There’s plenty to explore in an industry where knowing your diamonds makes all the difference.
Behind every successful jewelry show is a whole lot of work that happens long before the doors open.
In our interview from the August 2026 Atlanta Jewelry Show, Judy Lince shares insights into her work with the Atlanta Jewelry Show and the Southern Jewelry Travelers Association, and the people and connections that help keep the jewelry industry moving.
Because bringing the jewelry world together takes more than a good eye for sparkle.
From an unexpected creative chapter to award-winning jewelry design, Brenda Smith proves that inspiration doesn’t punch a time clock.
In our interview from the August 2026 Atlanta Jewelry Show, Brenda shares her journey as a designer, the inspiration behind her distinctive creations, and the artistry that brings her jewelry to life. From sculptural gemstones to pieces that have earned a place in the Smithsonian, her story offers plenty of fascinating facets.
Some jewelry stores sell beautiful things. Others become part of the story of jewelry itself.
In our interview from the August 2026 Atlanta Jewelry Show, George and Theresa Blackwell of Blackwell’s Jewelers share perspectives from their world of fine jewelry, craftsmanship, and the stories that make jewelry meaningful. Their conversation explores the people, artistry, and history behind an industry built around objects meant to last.
August 2026 Atlanta Jewelry Show Interview with Komal Patel, CEO and Founder of Diamra. Komal shares with Atlanta Gems & Jewelry how she combined her technical experience and a familial legacy in the jewelry business. The result - something truly special that can help every jewelry retailer level up their custom design offerings. .
August 2026 Atlanta Jewelry Show Interview with Maria “Pia” Vàsquez, owner and designer at PIAZ Jewelry. Pia shares with Atlanta Gems & Jewelry how love led her to become the newest jeweler in her family, her start in Panama her favorite gemstone and more!
August 2026 Atlanta Jewelry Show Interview with Jot Singh Khalsa, Master Swordmaker and Jewelry Designer from "Khalsa Raj." Jot shares with Atlanta Gems & Jewelry how his spiritual journey and artisanal journeys converged into a 55 year career with purpose in every step.
Atlanta Jewelry Show Interview with Gail Brett Levine August - 2026 by Atlanta Gems and Jewelry. Gail shares her journey from gemologist to jewelry appraiser, her favorite gemstone and more!
Participants at the August 2026 Atlanta Jewelry Show share what makes it so special. Interviews by Atlanta Gems & Jewelry.
Attendees at the August 2026 Atlanta Jewelry Show share what makes AJS so special!
Atlanta Gems and Jewelry interviews GIA Alumni at the August 2026 Atlanta Jewelry Show.
Industry Professionals Tell Us What Their Favorite Gemstone Is, and Why
