Black Swan

10.0 x 3.0 x 2.5 / 2.5 x 2.0 x 0.3 cm

sterling silver, black onyx, and smoky quartz

To create this set of earrings, Ahmari used a combination of traditional silversmithing and stone-setting techniques. She began by melting fine silver and alloying it to create sterling silver, then poured the metal into an ingot. Afterward, she used a rolling mill to flatten the ingot into workable silver sheets. The design was hand-cut through detailed saw piercing, and depth was built through layered construction using multiple sheet components. These layers were carefully joined through soldering, followed by filing and sanding to refine the edges and ensure a clean finish. Once the structure was complete, she applied surface finishing techniques, including antiquing and patina, to enhance texture and contrast. For the stone setting, she fabricated the bezels and soldered them into place, then securely set the stones and finished the settings through burnishing to achieve a smooth, polished edge around the bezels.

Hedieh Ahmari is a North Vancouver-based jewellery artist specializing in handcrafted pieces created from precious metals and carefully selected gemstones. Her work reflects a refined aesthetic rooted in balance, precision, and intentional design.

With an academic background in business and tourism management, she brings a global sensibility and disciplined approach to her artistic practice. Exposure to diverse cultures and design traditions has shaped her perspective and informed her creative direction. Each piece is developed with careful attention to wearability and longevity, resulting in jewellery that is both elegant and enduring.

Her designs emphasize clarity of form and the inherent beauty of fine materials. Sculptural composition and subtle detailing define much of her work. Rather than following trends, she focuses on creating timeless pieces that allow the material itself to speak.

Her collections have been presented in local exhibitions and artisan showcases throughout British Columbia. Through her work, Ahmari explores the relationship between strength and delicacy, creating jewellery that feels intentional, confident, and deeply personal to the wearer.