LostSierra Stones: "A Palette of Compassion & Stone" Custom Lapidary Creations for you.

Nevada Lazy Old Men Turquoise Mine, Utah Variscite, LostSierra Orchid Crystallene

The Concept of "Exclusive Lapidary and Jewelry Design".

In 1991 my world changed. I was introduced to the Dalai Llama. His profound comments to me. After spending time viewing my art which was then being exhibited in a gallery. In Sharing the Dalai Llama words: "If you want others to be happy create with compassion. If you want to be happy create with compassion".

Often while in the studio working lapidary time will stand still. Each stone etching a part into my soul. In setting professional goals. My lapidary skills were to be applied as an artistic endevor. Having gained knowledge, awareness, and understanding of each particular stone. I wanted to be able to use the lapidary medium for creating 3 dimension art. Injecting compassion in creating a design to match an individuals personality and soul. To be worn as a treasured heirloom eventually being passed on to a special recipient.

My dedication to the lapidary business and those as an artist has turned into a 24/7 occupation. Much happiness occurs from surrounding oneself with magnificent stones. Each stone sharing compassion as individuals adorn the inner and outwards of ones soul.

Often the unique beauty and respect of a stone is sacrificed by many stone cutters. Grinding stones solely for the sake of an economic interests. Thus currently the stone market is flooded with flat, lifeless,commercial appearing, and mislabeled products. Growth having resulted from heartless replicating, cheap in price. Lapidary as a true art form is being replaced by those with little compassion in pursuit to make a buck. Oddly supported by sales while ignoring obvious mis-representation. Indeed forgiven! Rewarded with money. Perhaps to those exhibiting a lack of integrity. Truly an injustice to Stones! Equally felt if one was to ask, ones soul.

A goal which has come to fruition. The collection featuring Collector Quality Cabochons, exclusively designed for you and your greater being. Utilizing 35 years of art and design experience in creating an exclusive design as you have wished. Inclusive in your request will be my own artisan created pen and ink rendering before it is completed...If desired will refer you. From our extensive list of Professional Jewelry Designers, Artisan Wire Wrappers, and Metalsmiths to be employed for the purpose of creating a finished piece of jewelry perfect for you as is the stone. The appropriate jewelry designer and if wished my own talents of design all to be available in creating a magnificent piece of finished jewelry. Inspired by the soul featuring that stone.

Silver-smiths, Wire Wrap Artist, and Jewelry Designers interested in "The Palette of Stone & Compassion" program. Please contact me for exciting further details.

Nevada Lazy Old Men Turquoise Mine, Utah Variscite, LostSierra Orchid Crystallene

The inventory of lapidary stone materials is endless. Please allow 3/4 week delivery, after your signed rendering is completed. Contact for pricing and all inquires.

All sizes to be available, as well ear-rings or any other requests. Do keep in mind a small canvas or in this case a custom stone...is not meant to accommodate mural type designs : )

Each stone will arrive with a signed Certificate of Authenticity, The Original Pen and Ink Art Rendering and any known information relevant about your stone. This Custom Collection is available and is offered thru this blog only LostSierraStones.