Facet Nation: A Gemmology Podcast
Facet Nation is a new kind of gemmology podcast. Rigorous enough for serious students, but fascinating and funny enough for anyone craving an inside look at gemstones, jewellery and the shadowy world surrounding them. Part revision aide, part storytime, Lucinda and Simon are your qualified guides to the world’s most ancient treasures.
Facet Nation: A Gemmology Podcast
26. Interview: Andrew Geoghegan - Jewellery Design, Branding and Keeping it Real
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Join us as we explore the journey of jewellery designer Andrew Geoghegan, from childhood fascination with treasure to creating innovative collections inspired by history and nature. Discover insights on craftsmanship, branding, and staying authentic in a digital world.
key topics
Andy Geoghegan's early fascination with treasure and jewellery
The journey from university to professional jewellery design
The importance of authenticity and personal style in branding
Inspiration from history, nature, and personal experiences
Challenges and insights in modern jewellery marketing
guest name
Andrew Geoghegan
Titles
From Childhood Mischief to Jewellery Mastery: Andrew Geoghegan's Creative Journey
Unlocking the Secrets of Gem Setting and Jewellery Design
sound bites
"That moment sparked my love for jewellery"
"The use of colour in jewellery is about expression"
"Finding that relic was like discovering treasure"
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Andrew Geoghegan
01:20 The Journey Begins: Early Memories of Jewellery
02:57 From Art College to Jewellery Design
09:10 Building the Brand: The Early Days
11:32 Navigating Challenges and Perseverance
16:22 The Digital Age: Marketing Jewellery Today
23:56 Design Inspirations and Client Connections
30:08 The Art of Craftsmanship in Jewellery
34:06 Innovative Use of Colour in Jewellery Design
36:59 Embracing Individuality in Gemstone Choices
37:21 Inspiration from Nature and History
42:33 The Thrill of Treasure Hunting
48:44 Launching the Treowth Collection
resources
Susannah King on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/susannahkinglondon/
The Detectorists (TV Series) - https://www.netflix.com/title/80064446
Gemology Resources - https://www.gia.edu/
Jewelry Design Books - https://www.amazon.com/s?k=jewelry+design
guest links
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/andrewgeoghegan/
https://andrewgeoghegan.com/
jewellery design, gemmology, jewellery collection, craftsmanship, branding, authenticity, goldsmithing, gemstone, jewellery inspiration, digital marketing