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Our Team

What Makes Our Team So Special

Dejan

Dejan

The Artist

Dejan, a sculptor from Serbia, moved to Washington, DC in 2002 to establish Dejan Studio Jewelry. Growing up in an artistic environment, he was inspired by his father's sculpting studio. He trained at Belgrade University School of Applied Arts, excelling in large-scale sculptures, and later earned his MFA in metal design from East Carolina University.

Eduardo

Eduardo

Master Goldsmith

Eduardo is a master goldsmith who has been in the industry for over 20 years. He has been part of the team since 2007 as a craftsman and artisan. His attention to detail is important for one-of-a-kind pieces. His open and fun personality brings us nice energy to the studio, and his motto is “Don’t worry, be happy.”

Emily

Emily

Client Experience & Design

Emily is from Lake Ridge, Virginia, and studied Fine Arts before earning a degree in Business Communications with a focus on Graphic Communication from CUNY Baruch College in NYC. She interned at a Tribeca art gallery and a Brooklyn design studio before returning to Virginia. After working in Old Town Alexandria, she joined Dejan Studio Jewelry, where she’s been for over 7 years.

Ivan

Ivan

Sculptor & Metalsmith

Ivan is a Serbian-born sculptor and metalsmith. He joined Dejan Studio Jewelry a few years ago and his skills in computer design, working in wax, and final finishing are a big help. He improved his skills by studying in one of the oldest academies in Carrara in Northern Italy.