2. JAMES VEALE
Left: Product photo of 1.7ct cushion halo.
Right: Product photo of 0.9ct oval halo.
17 West End,
Ashwell,
Hertfordshire.
SG7 5PH
E: hi@jamesveale.com
T: 07929 117708
DOB:18/08/88
3. JAMES VEALE
Above: V-ray renders of an engagement ring.
Below: Product shot of 0.67ct engagement ring.
4. JAMES VEALE
Bottom left: Pavé eternity ring.
Bottom right: Full 0.9ct eternity ring with shared claws.
Top left: V-ray render of a half eternity ring.
Top right: Product shot 0.8ct half eternity ring.
5. JAMES VEALE
Top: Sapphire earrings.
Middle: V-ray render of a sapphire engagement ring.
Bottom: 0.9ct sapphire and diamond engagement ring.
7. JAMES VEALE
Left: V-ray render of sapphire and diamond ring.
Right: Product photo of 3.15ct sapphire and 0.8ct diamond ring set in platinum and 18ct gold.
8. JAMES VEALE
Above: V-ray render of a halo engagement ring.
Below: Product photo of 1.5ct halo ring.
11. Career History
James Veale Bespoke - www.bespoke-rings.co.uk 2014- Present
• Design and create high-end, bespoke engagement, wedding and cocktail rings.
• Design rings from scratch and re-design existing jewellery into more contemporary pieces.
• Keep up-to-date with current jewellery trends and use this to inspire my designs.
• Share my knowledge of different styles of ring design, gem and diamond grading options, and precious metal options
with clients.
• Understand clients’ preferences and adapt designs to their needs.
• Develop clear design concepts with clients that reflect their ambitions and work to their budget.
• Create professional, realistic renders in Vray/Matrix software – adjusting and altering the design and renders as
necessary, based on client feedback.
• Create 3D print resin prototypes of renders using Solus 3D printer.
• Source precious metals, diamonds and gemstones from suppliers who I’ve built relationships with.
• Maintain a reliable service, keeping to timescales.
• Use Adobe suite to design and create advertisement flyers, printed media and print portfolios.
• Proficient in website maintenance and writing jewellery blogs, advertising through social media, using Google AdWords
and printed media.
• Worked with companies to create jewellery, such as: De le Cuona, BASFA, Worshipful Company Makers Of Playing
Cards, Institute of Security.
Additional information
• Full and Clean UK
driving License
• Matrix (v8) on home
Computer (if needed)
• Solus 3D printer at
home (if needed)
Since completing my degree in 3D design at Loughborough University, where I specialised in jewellery and ceramics,
I’ve continued to work in the jewellery industry for the last 5 years. Over the last three years I have run my own company,
however I am now looking to expand this by working with other jewellers on a freelance basis. Working on bespoke jewellery has
accelerated my ability to create designs that match a client’s unique vision whilst still delivering projects on time and budget.
I am confident in using Rhino/Matrix and managing the full life cycle of jewellery design and creation. I have developed good
working relationships with casters, mounters, polishers, setters and stone suppliers. I am passionate about jewellery. I am
eager to help develop new and exciting pieces for established jewellers and their clients so I can use the skills I’ve developed in
designing the highest quality jewellery on a larger scale, fitting in with your existing team.
Software
Matrix and Rhino
ZBrush
Adobe Suite
Microsoft Office
Hardware
3D printing
3D scanning
Mac
PC
Additional expertise
Gem-A diamond grader
Trained in vacuum casting
Manufacturing experience
Hand finishing
Personal attributes
Trustworthy and reliable
Friendly and personable
Ambitious and motivated
Confident and dedicated
JAMES VEALE - CV
17 West End,
Ashwell,
Hertfordshire.
SG7 5PH
E: hi@jamesveale.com
T: 07929 117708
DOB: 18/08/88
12. JAMES VEALE
James Veale Jewellery - www.jamesveale.com 2013-Present
• Scale down original wildlife sculptures using Rhino and Zbrush to create sterling silver animal themed jewellery (pendants, cufflinks, rings) that
maintain the detail of the original artwork.
• Process 3D scans and re-work them using Rhino and Zbrush to thicken areas before 3D printing.
• Understand how to create designs that make finishing a product as simple as possible e.g. choosing where I position the sprue.
• Experience of using 3D prints from Envisiontec, Solus, Viper, Solidscape, Project 3500 and Form 1.
• Keep track of popular sales and expand current collections to appeal to the customer base.
• Work with wholesalers and keep them informed of any changes to my stock.
• Work with a range of suppliers, casters and the assay office to create pieces from start to finish.
• Featured in December 2015 issue of ‘The Field Magazine’.
• Exhibited at venues such as the CLA Game Fair 2015.
• Use Microsoft Office suite to invoice clients, price pieces allowing for retail and profit margins, and keep track of stock levels and orders.
Harlequin Goldsmiths (Jewellery Designer and Caster) 2012-2013
• Produced CAD designs of ‘Dr Who’ artefacts based on photos and blueprints.
• Created designs that enabled pieces to be enamelled.
• Learnt about shrinkage rates when designing.
• Responsible for daily castings, waxing up and investing (using Yasui wax injector, Indatherm VC500, Vacuum investor, Kiln).
• Used resins and waxes from Solidscape, Envisiontec and Project 3500 3D printers to cast jewellery into bronze, sterling silver and 9ct/18ct gold pieces.
• Trained by Goodwin refractory services in vacuum casting, using wax injectors, vacuum investing, burnout cycles and moulding.
• Made cold cure silicone moulds and vulcanised moulds.
• Maintained machines.
Education, Courses and qualifications:
• Gem-A accredited Diamond Grader qualification
• BA Hons in Three Dimensional Design, 2.1 (Loughborough University)
• Art & Design Foundation, Merit (Loughborough University)
The King’s School Ely: 2001-2007
• A-Levels: Art (A), Photography (A), Design & Technology (B)
• GCSEs: Achieved 9 A-C grades including: Design (A), Art (A), Maths (B), Science (BB), English (C)
• Bronze, Silver and Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award
• Head of Outward-bound
References and client testimonials available on request.
2016
2008-2011
2007-2008
