Author: Marian Florinel Condruz
Fuerteventura: A Place I Would Recommend to Anyone
A recent visit to Fuerteventura, photographed with the Olympus OM-1 and M.Zuiko 8–25mm f/4 PRO lens.
What Pexels Has Given Back to Me: 62 Million Views and a Different Kind of Value
For years, I have shared photographs on Pexels. They are free for people to use under the platform’s licence, so…
Goodrington Sands to Roundham Head: A Beautiful Evening Walk in Paignton
A real evening walk from Goodrington Sands towards Roundham Head in Paignton, with original photographs of Tor Bay, the beach, coastal path, rocks, shells and moonlight.
Hand-Faceted Olive Tourmaline – A Small Gem with Remarkable Character
Not every beautiful gemstone begins as an extraordinary crystal. Sometimes, the most rewarding projects start as modest pieces of rough…
From Gifted Rough to Finished Gem: Hand-Faceting a Brazilian Amethyst
Every gemstone has its own story, and this one is particularly special to me. The amethyst featured in this project…
Private Faceting Commissions
Discreet, Precision-Focused Faceting for Collectors and Professionals Private faceting commissions are intended for collectors, gem professionals, and serious enthusiasts who…
Custom Faceting
Custom Faceting – Precision Cutting Based on Material, Not Templates Custom faceting is a made-to-order gemstone cutting process focused on…
Juniper Fire Opal – From 47.2 Carats to a Brilliant Finished Gem
This Juniper Fire Opal has been one of the most memorable stones I’ve worked on — a journey that started…
How to Facet Citrine Gemstone – From Rough to Brilliant
Citrine is one of those gemstones that immediately capture your attention with their warm, golden glow and natural brilliance. Its…
How to Use Diamond Discs for Faceting: From Coarse Grit to Polishing Perfection
Faceting gemstones is both an art and a science. Whether you are working with sapphire, quartz, topaz, or other gemstones,…
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