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Marjorie Thompson
Portfolio examples
Copyright 2015
Inspirations
History of Jewelry Design
History of Art and Architecture
Creating classic iconic timeless symbols
Romance of Gemstones
Innovation in Design
Elements of the Natural World
Sun, Moon, Wind, Rain, Plants, Animals
Watercolor Renderings and Hand Sketches
Designs created for different companies
Using variety of design criterion
Such as types of stones
Total carat weight
As well as styles the companies are known for
Jade Pendant rendering
Inspired by Oriental themed jewelry
of the 1920’s
This design was created
for an antique jade carving
Watercolor and graphite on paper
Bracelet rendering for a Beverly Hills Jeweler
Star sapphire, 2-4 mm diamonds
In a constellation configuration
Design by the jeweler
Created as a portfolio sample
Oil paint on Mylar
Star Sapphire Bracelet rendering
Jewelry Designs inspired by
Vintage Tiffany and Renaissance designs
Aquamarines, diamonds
Watercolor on paper
Necklace Renderings
Pendant concept rendering
Created as a design challenge
Jewelry incorporating
Multiple stones of varying sizes and cuts
Inspired by the
Jewelry of the Edwardian Era
Watercolor and graphite on paper
Broach concept rendering
Created as a concept challenge
for a costume jewelry
Inspired by the
Romance of Persian design
Watercolor and graphite on paper
Ring concepts created for Jeff Kantra, Inc.
Sapphire Three Stone
Engagement Ring
Created for a potential client
A design featuring a 6mm blue sapphire
Watercolor and graphite on paper
Technical sketch and wax model of the previous rendering
Computer Designs
Inspired by
Flowers
The Age of Exploration
The Romance of the Sea
Shipwreck treasures
17th and 18th century jewelry
Orchid Slide
Created from photos of a rare orchid
This model could be set with larger
stones or paved with smaller stones
of various sizes
Orchid set
Slide, earrings and cuff
These models could be set with larger
stones or paved with smaller stones
of various sizes
Star Flower
Slide or Pendant
Pendant is approximately 30mm in diameter
Digital rendering
Pearl Star Flower
Slide or Pendant
Inspired by rose windows,
clock gears and flowers,
symmetry in nature
Digital rendering
Ribbon Heart Cross
Slide or Pendant
Cross reminiscent of Celtic designs
Each arm of the cross
Encloses a heart shape
Digital rendering
Compass Rose
Pendant or Charm
Approximately 30 mm in diameter
Center stone 10mm
Digital rendering
Ocean Planet
Pendant or Charm
Chain links inspired by ocean waves
8-10 mm bezel set center stone
Digital rendering
Summer Sun
Pendant or Charm
Approximately 30 mm in diameter
With 20 ½-1 point diamonds
Digital rendering
Mariner’s Compass
Pendant or Charm
Approximately 30 mm in diameter
Center stone 10mm
With 20 ½-1 point diamonds
Digital rendering
Ocean Sun
Pendant or Charm
Approximately 30 mm in diameter
Center stone 10mm
With 25 ½-1 point diamonds
Digital rendering
Sun Compass Flower
Pendant or Charm
Approximately 30 mm in diameter
Center stone 10mm
With 24 ½-1 point diamonds
Digital rendering
Starfish
Pendant, Slide or Charm
A modern interpretation of a starfish
The pendant is approximately 45mm wide
10mm center stone
With 26 1 point diamonds
Digital rendering
Fashion or Cocktail Rings
Featuring
An open metalwork band
Inspired by lace
Or architectural details
Digital rendering
Eternity Band
Prong set diamond band
Between two round wire bands
A sleek design allowing for comfort
Wear ability and durability
Digital rendering
Diamond Anniversary Ring
or Wedding Band
Prong set diamonds
Between two gold bands
Allowing for maximum light
To illuminate the stones
Bead gold work accents the band
Digital rendering
Technical Drawings
Companies varied according to what they required for technical drawings and sketches
Sheet of
½ carat TW Heart Pendant Designs
Created for Jeff Cooper Designs
Heart pendants in different styles
Featuring ½ carat TW diamonds
Watercolor and graphite on paper
Designs created for Jeff Cooper Designs, a company known for modern engagement and wedding rings
I did not receive photographs of rings
Designs for Fantasy Diamond Corporation for rings and matching pendants
I was not sent images of jewelry created from these designs
Design concepts created for Lorenzo Jewelry in Hong Kong
for bridge design jewelry featuring 10 x 12 cushion cut amethyst stones
Jewelry Models and Finished Pieces
• I have designed individual jewelry pieces as well as jewelry lines
• Having worked as a consultant for a variety of companies, I do not have
photos of all pieces that were manufactured
• The examples included in this presentation are a small representation of
the designs that I have created for companies
Rings Inspired
by Medieval Architecture
Models and Designs
Created for Lazaro Jewelry
Soho, New York
I created the models and some of these
Bridge Jewelry designs sold in upscale department
stores and jewelry boutiques
Designs inspired by Greek Art
Jewelry designs based on equestrian theme, product catalogue sheet
Greek Horned Lion wax carving
Created for a client based on a glass paste
Greek Horned Lion
In the Metropolitan Museum of Art collection
Approximately 1¼” x 1”
Lion Pendant
Pendant inspired by 18th and 19th century lions
Belt Buckles
Examples of belt buckles
created for Lazaro Jewelry
The Baroque fish was used
for several products
Several models I designed
and carved were combined
to create the left buckle.
Coin and Medallion Design
This relief was created as a coin design in a workshop at the
American Numismatic Association Summer 2013
It is based on an Alexander the Great coin
The technique of reverse plaster relief carving
is used in coin design
The plaster is used template
in creating coins or medallions at a scale of 1/12
This can vary according to the size of the finished medallion
Seahorse Candleholder
Created for Lazaro Jewelry
Based on a dried seahorse
Enlarged 5 times
I created the model, design and base
Part of a line of housewares
inspired by the ocean
Baroque Dolphin
Home Accessories
Created as a custom order
for a private client
Through Lazaro Jewelry
Cast bronze
Approximately 18” x 6”
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