Robert West Portfolio

I have always considered my skills as a blessing or a life gift as some would say, and have enjoyed a 38 year career of making fine jewellery. Thank You to all that have allowed me to create. Without your passion and support, it would not have been. If you would like to see my Automotive line of Jewellery or visit my car hobby site, just click on the link on the right ( My love Of Cars).

Pictured below are a pair of my hand carved waxes in progress. This is the first stage of a custom piece. As you can imagine, it can take many hours to get the details just right. The owl weighs 35.0 grams of 18 KT yellow gold finished. A pair of bezel set black spinels into the eyes to replicate pupils was an excellent choice. This mount has a personality of it's own when seen in person.

The second wax is my interpretation of an Ancient Celtic Straw symbol. The original wax was flat, but I domed it to give it depth. It is presently cast in Sterling Silver as a master model, and will be moulded. After it is moulded, the pin/pendant will be cast in 18KT Yellow Gold.

Here is a new one for the avid Horse enthusiast. I carved this model just recently. An updated photo will follow upon completion. With a blue sapphire or a diamond in the eye, this classic brooch would make an excellent gift or wonderful family heirloom. It will measure approximately 1 1\2 " x 2" upon completion. If interested in purchasing this item in 18Kt Gold or Platinum, please contact me at the e-mail located in my profile.

This beautiful 14 mm Tahitian Pearl with Diamonds set in 19KT White Gold, was conceived and sketched by a local customer ( Akhila ). Her drawing made it easy to produce a wax model for her approval. This was truly a great experience for me. I wish all my customers entered this process with such enthusiasm. What we have here are a few photos taken at different phases of completion.

This is my Goldsmithing Shop. Beside creating items of the calibre portrayed above, I also provide all jewellery related services to my clients.

My e-mail contact is available in my profile section above for any enquiries. Thank You for visiting my portfolio and feel free to leave feedback at the bottom of the page.