Gold Coast Jewellery Designers

Ben is so highly regarded in his field, other jewellers go to him with projects beyond their expertise. He is trusted implicitly because of his world-class skill in both modern craftsmanship and traditional, hand-method techniques. ‘Trust is vital because the sentimental value of jewellery – particularly heirlooms – can be priceless,’ Ben says.

‘My team has the necessary hand skills and cutting-edge technology to restore or reconfigure any piece. And the project is completed in our own workshop.’ Ben, who has won several awards, loves the entire process of jewellery making and is well-known for his attention to detail. ‘When I’m sketching and ideas are flowing, everything else disappears. I have no idea how much time passes - I get transported. It’s like a form of meditation. ‘The pieces I create come from the heart, which I believe is the true essence of the craft. It’s about pouring ideas from my mind and my heart through my fingers.' Ben's favourite place to be is at the workbench. ‘I love the smell of the workshop and hearing the hammers bashing away. I love getting my hands dirty. ‘Transforming a few granules of gold and loose gemstones to a delicately-set diamond ring is phenomenal.’ As a classically trained jeweller, Ben has qualifications in design, manufacturing and setting. He’s also won many prestigious industry awards. Today Ben’s workmanship is unparalleled, partly thanks to the knowledge and skills he gained overseas. A scholarship from the Queensland government gave Ben the opportunity to work alongside local artisans in Bali, learning traditional granulation techniques.

'They make the most incredible jewellery. It’s the finest filigree work, like lacework but in gold. Yet it’s created with the minimal number of tools. ’That experience was invaluable; the hand skills I developed then enable me to offer more options and diversity with my designs today.’ Ben’s wanderlust then led him to London, where his unique talent brought him to the attention of Garrard of Mayfair. After 10 years in England, Ben ventured to France where he perfected the intricate, ntique-style techniques that were en vogue at the time. But the Master Jeweller's ultimate goal was to pass down everything he’d learnt to future generations. And seven years ago, when Ben bought his boutique Robina workshop, he began doing just that. Today, Ben and his carefully curated team at Finelines are experts in all aspects of jewellery. Their day-to-day work includes design, creation, maintenance, repair, remodelling and repurposing. Using only ethically sourced diamonds, Ben’s team can create any design at any budget for their clients - who span all corners of the globe. ‘Nothing is too big or too delicate. The only limit to what we can create is your imagination,’ Ben says.