Studio & Artists

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• The Michael Jensen Designs studio is a Green  Studio.  All Michael Jensen Designs jewelry is created with recycled metals, ethically sourced natural gemstones  and natural chemical processes. Any treatments to gemstones are transparently disclosed.  Fine craftsmanship is found in each piece of jewelry created Michael Jensen Designs. These standards are our commitment to our clients and ourselves.
• All VETUS and Talentum pieces of jewelry are created in sterling silver, 22k gold, and sometimes bronze. Each piece has the signature distressed  texture with a patina or oxidized surface.
• All 1888 jewelry designs are produced in 18k gold, 22k gold or sterling silver. The surface is usually polished or satin finished.

Michael Jensen Designs extends its commitment to professional excellence with membership in the following organizations:

• JBT listed (Jewelers Board of Trade)
• AGTA (American Gem Trade Association)
• ASJH (American Society of Jewelry Historians)
• Alumna GIA (Gemological Institute of America)
• Associate Fellow of the British Gemological Association
• ASJRA (Association for the Study of Jewelry and Related Arts)

Michael Jensen Designs has created original custom designed jewelry and metalwork for over 30 years.  Michael Jensen Designs is the partnership of Michael and Catherine Jensen. Michael has been an artist and metalsmith for over 35 years. He is originally from southern Wisconsin. His background is in sculpture with additional  experience in engineering that compliments his degree in fine arts. Catherine has a degree in education and is a Graduate Gemologist (GIA). Both Michael and Catherine have a passion for jewelry's art and history, both ancient and Victorian. They interpret a feeling in a revivalist / contemporary way.  

The jewelry Michael Jensen Designs  has created, both in production pieces and fine bespoke  creations, is enjoyed by clients around the world.