ABOUT
I'm Curtis Reynolds
and I create precious jewellery from my studio at the foot of the Rocky Mountains in Calgary Canada. Curtis R Jewellery is a bespoke collection focused on one of a kind gem quality opals, heirlooms of the future with in the moment magic. For those who adore precious gems, collect the eclectic, and wish to add some magic to their jewelry collection and daily life.
With respect and commitment to mastery, each piece is hand cut and lovingly crafted with creative vision, with the impassioned intention to celebrate each stone for its individual qualities.
My jewellery journey began at the confluence of a passion for melting found objects and an infatuation with all things that shine. I discovered opals soon after, which was a love at first sight thing. No other gemstone evokes a sense of magic and wonder quite like opal, and I was hooked.
I studied the craft of jewelry making at the Alberta College of Art + Design to obtain a bachelor's degree in Jewellery Metals. Now I absolutely love cutting and setting opals exactly how I want. With no limitations in shape I can bring my wildest opal dreams into reality, celebrating the stones in the best way I see fit while pushing what can be done with these one of a kind gifts of the earth.
The story of opal; From the Earth to Wearable jewellery
Raw Opal Specimens
Hand selected raw opals for cutting, these natural stones are filled with potential. Their play of colour inspires an opal cutter to consider all possible shapes and orientations. Each stone is unique from all angles and the challenge is to "find" the best gem in the rough. The better the opal, the more lapidary skill required to bring it to life.
On The Jewellery Bench
Opal tells its own story, on the jewelry bench I do my best to listen. They are stones that know what they want! Each setting is meticulously handcrafted and designed in response to its stone.
Original Heirloom Gemstone Jewellery
A handcrafted piece of opal jewellery honors and compliments the stones shape and properties. Crafted in a custom setting the result is a uniquely precious item that is an experience to hold, wear and admire. No other gemstone evokes a sense of magic and wonder quite like opal. Freshly set they are finally ready for their world debut, to be seen for the first time in person by anyone but me, by the lucky new owner.