10 episodes

A podcast all about Diamond Setting and Fine Jewellery making. Interviews with some of the top setters and makers in the world, as well as allied professions. Hear stories, learn tips and tricks, tool talk, and advice for diamond setters and jewellers alike. Find out how these top professionals got to where they're at, what might have gotten them there faster, and advice they'd have to up and comers.

Setting the Standard Ian Barnard

    • Arts
    • 5.0 • 22 Ratings

A podcast all about Diamond Setting and Fine Jewellery making. Interviews with some of the top setters and makers in the world, as well as allied professions. Hear stories, learn tips and tricks, tool talk, and advice for diamond setters and jewellers alike. Find out how these top professionals got to where they're at, what might have gotten them there faster, and advice they'd have to up and comers.

    Jeff Parke - @J.parke1

    Jeff Parke - @J.parke1

    The podcast all about fine Jewelry making, diamond setting, engraving. We speak to talented makers to hear about their journey, how they got into the industry, their tips for the trade, and their tools.Today we speak to Jeff Parke, a hand engraver hailing from USAFind Jeff onlineInstagram - @J.parke1Have a listen to the other episodes from the Setting the Standard podcast, out now on all platforms!!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2031087Learn with me at the online diamond setting school!https://ww...

    • 1 hr 20 min
    Simon Finlayson - Bespoke Goldsmith - London UK

    Simon Finlayson - Bespoke Goldsmith - London UK

    The podcast all about Diamond Setting and Fine Jewelry making. We speak to craftspeople at the top of their game to hear about their journey, how they got into the industry, their tips for the trade, the tools they use, and everything in between.Today we speak to Simon Finlayson, a Goldsmith hailing in London, UK, originally from Canada. We speak about the cad vs handmade debate, why you should invest in outfitting your workspace out to a high level, and many other great topics.Find Simon onl...

    • 53 min
    John Sorich III - @Johnnyoro - Diamonds Direct Montana

    John Sorich III - @Johnnyoro - Diamonds Direct Montana

    The podcast all about Diamond Setting and Fine Jewelry making. We speak to craftspeople at the top of their game to hear about their journey, how they got into the industry, their tips for the trade, the tools they use, and everything in between.Today we speak to John Sorich III, a Diamond setter and engraver, from Montana USA. We speak about how his engraving experience helped him excel at setting, some of his biggest influences and everything in between.Find Simon onlineInstagram - @bespoke...

    • 58 min
    Ben Bentvelzen, GRS Instructor

    Ben Bentvelzen, GRS Instructor

    Ben Bentvelzen is a highly regarded Diamond Setter who also teaches and demonstrates for GRS. Listen in as we hear how he got into jewellery and came to specialise in Micro setting!Find Ben online@BenBentvelzenFind Ian online@barnard_fine_settingwww.barnardfinejewellery.comLearn with me at my online Diamond Setting school!https://www.settingthestandard.co

    • 38 min
    If you want to fill both pockets, learn to buy and sell, with Jason Marchiafava, Nashville, USA / Bangkok, Thailand

    If you want to fill both pockets, learn to buy and sell, with Jason Marchiafava, Nashville, USA / Bangkok, Thailand

    Jason Marchiafava is a world reknowned stone setter, fabricating goldmith, hand engraver, and teacher. The only person to ever be given the title Master Craftsman of Tiffany and Co.Find Jason online@jasonfavawww.jfava.comFind Ian online@barnard_fine_setting@setting.the.standardwww.barnardfinejewellery.comMentioned in episodeJasons Leaf Pendanthttps://www.instagram.com/p/CTZborSBHPm/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Jasons Armwrestshttps://a.co/d/9yQsSQV

    • 52 min
    Every single day on the bench you're learning, with Maxime Carrière, of MC Jeweller Originals, Barrie, Canada

    Every single day on the bench you're learning, with Maxime Carrière, of MC Jeweller Originals, Barrie, Canada

    Maxime Carrière is a Goldsmith, designer, and diamond setter based near Toronto, Canada. From his private studio he creates wildly intricate designs, often utilising specialty cut gems from prominent gem cutters, and covering every surface with hundreds (or more) diamonds.Find MC online@mcthejewellerwww.mc-jeweller.comFind Ian online@barnard_fine_setting@setting.the.standardwww.barnardfinejewellery.comMentioned in episodeMC's Sunstone Ringhttps://www.instagram.com/p/CKwuy9LlKCA/?igshid=YmMyMT...

    • 43 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
22 Ratings

22 Ratings

just about done with PP ,

Fantastic podcast

I really enjoyed listening to all of the current podcasts. Ian does a great job and his guest are very informative. I was working on my own jewelry projects as I listened. Truly looking forward to the next one.

Shawnequia ,

Love this Podcast

Prior to this podcast coming out, I’d been wishing for some sort of way to listen to setters discuss their work, and then this podcast happened. I’ve listened to every episode at least twice! I just started dipping my toes into setting work, and this podcast has been incredibly motivating for me. Please keep it up!!!

m.tuggle ,

Thanks for having me on the show

I had a great time chatting with you, thanks for the great interview! You asked a bunch of great questions that gave insight to who I am as an artist and how I run my business. I can’t wait to hear who else is coming on the show, it’s always fun to hear others perspectives 👍

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