The Artist Behind The Larimar Shop's Styles | Artisan Larimar Jewelry

Larimar jewelry has a unique appeal that goes beyond just the stone. It is the intricate details in the metalwork and the magic behind each design that make them so special. This article focuses on Samy, one of the head artisans at TLS, and his journey to becoming a talented jewelry designer.

Becoming an artist

Samy's family had a creative background, with his father being a skilled watchmaker. As a child, he spent his time playing outside and creating his own toys. His interest in jewelry design began when he watched his older brother create earrings using homemade tools.

At the age of 12, Samy discovered the Larimar stone, which was not well known at the time. He began learning the process of making handmade jewelry using gemstones such as pink conch, amber, and black coral!

Making silver jewelry

With only three workshops in the Dominican Republic producing handmade jewelry, Samy had the opportunity to learn the entire process from cutting the Larimar stone to setting it in silver. He started teaching at a local art school and worked for various workshops, honing his skills in jewelry design and silver craftsmanship. He's now a master at cutting the Larimar stone and setting it in silver, creating beautiful and unique pieces that are sure to turn heads.

Handcrafting Larimar Stone Jewelry

Samy draws inspiration from the patterns, colors, and shapes of each Larimar cab, using his imagination and sketching abilities to bring his designs to life. He loves working with the junior artists at the workshop, creating one-of-a-kind pieces that are truly magical. When he's not working, Samy enjoys reading the gospel and playing the guitar.