S3-06: Tony Rodrigues, Sculpting Jewelry in Scale

Master goldsmith Tony Rodrigues is a 3D-manufacturing jewelry legend, the Vice President of Product Development for William Henry and co-founder of ZBrush Jewelry Workshop. An early adapter of CAD, Tony has been pushing boundaries and sharing strategies on sketching, sculpting, modeling and printing intricate jewelry designs. His detailed, sought-after pieces are worn by celebrities like Richie Ramone and even included a Vatican-certified remnant from the crucifixion cross. With detailed focus and limitless software applications, Tony shares, “I couldn’t possibly make everything I’ve ever thought of making.” Nor would he trade his career for any other. This For the Love of Jewelers podcast episode provides a candid glimpse of a down-to-earth jeweler who takes on artistic challenges because there is no other place he’d rather be. 

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Hosted by a rotating collection of experts from Rio Grande's Jewelry Tech Team, the For the Love of Jewelers Podcast delves into the intimate world of jewelry making. Through candid interviews with leaders and influencers in the field, we uncover the journeys, inspirations and challenges that shape their work. Whether you're a seasoned jeweler seeking fresh perspectives or an aspiring artisan looking for guidance, join us as we explore the intersection of artistry and business in the jewelry industry. Have questions or topics you'd like us to cover? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at [email protected] and be a part of the conversation.