Mark Schneider Design

Mark is working on his project for the American Jewelry Design Council (AJDC). Each year, AJDC chooses a theme, and based on that theme, each member creates a one-of-a-kind piece for artistic value only, not for sale.  If you want to see what the AJDC is all about, check out their website http://ajdc.org/

This year’s project theme is “Ice.” While Mark brainstorms, we’re looking for your feedback and suggestions you might have for designing something using the theme “Ice.” For some inspiration, check out some of Mark’s past projects for AJDC.

Here is a link to see entries by other designers as well http://ajdc.org/designproject/index.html

Keep checking back and you can follow this project as Mark develops his interpretation of “Ice.” We will guide you through the process and eventually post an image of the completed project. This is Mark’s favorite project that he looks forward to each year because he gets to express himself without the constraints of making something for commercial value – it’s just for fun!

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Check out these brand new Green Tourmaline Earrings that Mark designed.

What do they remind you of?

If you were thinking of the New York Pendant, you're right!

Don't they make a great set?

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Get ready for the warm weather with some warm colored jewelry!

Let us know what you think!

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We'd like to share with you some wedding photos that Jim & Kim shared with us recently.

They got engaged with a Mark Schneider custom Romance ring!

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Engagement 101 Magazine has featured Mark's 2012 bridal collection

under their New Engagement Rings section!

Here's what they have to say about Mark:

"Mark Schneider wins creative awards constantly. He is a trendsetter in fashion and bridal ring design. This season, it’s all about swirls. Nature inspired but definitely modern. We like a ring with curves on a woman! Check out our highlights."

Check out this link!

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We'd like to share another beautiful customer story with you!

"My wife, Gwladys and I met at Mall of the Emirates in Dubai, UAE on the 4th March 2009. Mall of the Emirates is a shopping mall that includes Ski Dubai and the Kempenski Hotel.  I couldn't have been less prepared to meet my future wife. I was jet lagged, unshaven, hungry, tired and dressed in gym clothes. Hardly impressive.  The first words to myself when I laid on Gwladys were "God, how did you make such a stunning woman."  It was one of those crossroad moments in life where had I not thrown caution into the wind and said hi, I would possible be still roaming the globe in search of love.

Fast forward about 3 years to 14 Feb 2012, I found myself proposing under a huge majestic gumtree in Werribee Park. (Within Werribee Park you can find attractions such as the world class Werribee Mansion, Werribee Open Range Zoo, National Equestrian Center and the Victorian State Rose Garden). 6 weeks later we were at the Victorian State Rose Garden exchanging nuptials with a beautiful ring that was custom made by the fantastic team at Dave Schneider Jewelry, Long Beach Los Angeles..

The rest is history...!"

Thanks to Gwladys and Stephen for sharing their story and pictures with us! If you'd like your story to appear on our blog, please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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Take a look at these new agate pieces designed by Mark,

featuring black and white diamond accents.

Which is your favorite?

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Mark recently visited Jack Lewis Jewelers, where he did a presentation on his designs.

Check out this link to watch a clip of Mark's presentation.

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Mark is a finalist in the 2012 JCK Jewelers’ Choice Awards Contest!

He placed 2nd in the Pearl Jewelry/Over $10,000 category for his

Platinum Majestic Pearl Ring featuring an acorn shaped 11mm

black faceted pearl and 0.70CTW white diamonds.

 Congratulations to Mark!

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Mark was recently in New York City to accept his two MJSA American Vision Awards. The addition of these two awards put him at 7 awards already won in 2012. He is very honored to already have had such a great year, and looks forward to having a great second half.

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Giving back and being involved in the local community is important to the staff at Mark Schneider Design. We are participating in the Long Beach Ronald McDonald Walk for Kids on April 1st, supporting the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southern California, whose mission it is to "provide comfort, care and support to children and families...[to create] a community where children and their families embrace life and healing with a sense of hope, enthusiasm, courage and joy." The following link will take you to our Team Page. Any contribution or words of encouragement are sincerely and deeply appreciated.

Go to our Team Page!

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We thought it might be fun to share with you some new designs that are fresh out of production.

Agate earrings with black and white diamonds!

First, here are the original sketches:

And then the individual pieces: 

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Mark recently spent quality time with some GIA students, discussing design and showing them the ins-and-outs of jewelry production.  He received a very nice note from one of the students, which we would like to share with you:

Dear Mr. Schneider,
Thank you for meeting with us on Saturday. It means a lot when people who are successful and talented, such as yourself, give back to the industry. It is rare that people at your level of success are willing to spend time with students, and I thank you for devoting hours to helping us.
I enjoyed that you not only talked to us about the creative aspect of your jewelry, but also the business aspect. Unlike many other industries, it is hard to learn how to run a jewelry design business, so I found your information very beneficial.
I look forward to seeing more of your award winning designs in publications, and I hope to stay in touch. Thank you for your help and time.
Best regards,
Liz

Here is a picture of Mark with the students Mohammed, Maryani and Lizz.

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We have another beautiful engagement story to share with you.

Check out below to read about Dan and Mandi!

Dan Salem and Mandi Mellen first met way back in the fall of 2002, at a small pizza parlor on the campus of Boston University.  It was late at night and Dan was all by himself, looking for someone to share a slice with.  He eyed a friend from class, and was quickly sharing a pie with several people including Mandi.  After introductions, the two talked exclusively about life, dreams, and aspirations.  The others were still there, but not in Dan and Mandi's world.  The two left to go frolic some more, and Dan ultimately walked Mandi all the way to her front door.  Coming upstairs wasn't an option, BU had strict guest policies, but no matter, the two would see one another only days later.  Their love grew stronger and stronger from there.  They graduated, moved to Los Angeles with friends, began their conquest of Hollywood, defeated Mandi's cancer, and enjoyed nine amazing Valentine's Days together.  On the tenth Love day, Dan and Mandi sat down to exchange gifts.  Mandi had lovely chocolate treats to share, and Dan followed suite with a bag of custom made baked treats.  But inside the bag was also a Mark Schneider Luxury engagement ring!  Dan handed the box to Mandi.  She untied the bow, opened it up, and as Dan asked her to marry him, she put the ring right on her finger and smiled.  He waited as she glowed, reminding her to please say yes.  Mandi did of course, and the two are now happily engaged.

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Mark has two more awards to add to his list for 2012!

He recently won two MJSA Vision Awards in the following categories:

CUSTOM DESIGN DISTINCTION

1st Place—Mark Schneider of Mark Schneider Designs in Long Beach, California, for Black and White Ring in 14k white gold using black and white acrylic, a magnet, and black and white diamonds.

PLATINUM DISTINCTION

2nd Place—Mark Schneider of Mark Schneider Designs in Long Beach, California, for Manta Ray brooch, featuring black onyx, 0.29 tcw emerald cabochons, 0.108 tcw fancy yellow diamonds, and 1.753 tcw white diamonds.

Click below to see the full list of winners!

http://www.mjsa.org/about_mjsa/mjsa_news/detail/mjsa_announces_winners_of_2012_vision_award_competition_208

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Mark just got back from the Tucson Gem Show and he brought back all sorts

of interesting colored stones to design new pieces with.

Check out some of the stones below and stay tuned to see what

beautiful new pieces Mark designs with them!

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Mark has been working on some new designs incorporating fire opals and diamond slices

(a thin slice of a diamond, without the usual facets, with a rose cut top).

He chose to pair these two stones together because they are both unusual and

different, freeform and raw, with colors that complement each other.

Check out his sketches for pendants, earrings and rings.

Here is one of the finished rings!

Tell us what you think! 

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