La joyera colombiana Mariana Shuk trabajando con precisión bajo una lámpara de aumento en su taller de joyería en Bogotá. Usa el collar de dos poliedros.

Mariana Shuk

Matter, form, and soul

Working with noble materials is an act of transformation.

ABOUT MARIANA | INSPIRATION & WORKSHOP

Materials & Meaning

As a jeweler, I work with the finest and most expressive materials — noble metals such as platinum, gold, and sterling silver, along with precious and semi-precious stones. Each element carries its own essence: the luster of Mother of Pearl, the depth of ebony wood, and the translucency of acrylic — all speaking a visual language that connects nature, energy, and form.

Noble metals are alive. Their unique balance of strength and malleability allows them to absorb the energy of the maker’s hands. Working with these materials is an alchemical and deeply healing act. Creating at such an intimate scale transforms metal into emotion — an object of beauty and connection.

Each jewel presents a technical and aesthetic challenge, where form and meaning converge. Jewelry affects people in profound ways because it speaks of memory, identity, and emotion. It touches the skin, it tells stories — of heritage, taste, and belonging. Jewelry grants its wearer a sense of strength, individuality, and presence in the world.

Anillo balance en oro amarillo 18k con esmeralda colombiana octagon de 0.50 ct y diamante GH-VS de 0.11 ct, foto ambientada con otros modelos, alta joyería hecha a mano en Colombia.

Colombian Emeralds and the Art of Selection

As a Colombian jeweler, I have the privilege of working with the finest emeralds on earth — gemstones known for their luminous green soul. I’ve learned from master cutters and trusted suppliers who help me select the best stones and ensure fair opportunities for my clients.

Though I am not a gemologist, I have developed a trained eye after years of studying their subtle variations in color, clarity, and shape. Choosing an emerald is a ritual of intuition and precision. Each stone brings life to the metal, enriching the piece with its natural light and emotional resonance.

Anillo serpiente espiral en oro amarillo, blanco o rosado de 18k con 6 diamantes negros, vista frontal en modelo, alta joyería hecha a mano en Colombia.

The Language of Stones

I also work with other precious gems — white and black diamonds, sapphires, rubies, tourmalines, and opals — creating contrasts of light and stillness. White diamonds are sparks of brilliance; black diamonds evoke calm and silence.

Recently, I began incorporating lab-grown diamonds into my collections — a conscious choice aligned with sustainability and accessibility. These ethical stones offer my Colombian clients new possibilities and reflect a responsible approach to luxury.

Proceso de diseño de producto de Mariana Shuk que combina plata 925 y acrílico espejado. Bocetos, moldes y ensayos formales que exploran el diálogo entre metal, color y luz en la joyería contemporánea.

Metals and Color

Sterling silver has always fascinated me — its luminous whiteness and changing hues make it a refined yet accessible metal. Many of my silver pieces are finished with gold or rose gold plating, responding to contemporary preferences while preserving craftsmanship and quality.

Acrylic, on the other hand, opens a playful dialogue with color and light. I love using mirrored acrylic as a metaphor — its reflection and brilliance express a modern, almost ironic form of beauty: the language of shine, duality, and self-awareness.

Anillos en oro amarillo con amatista, cuarzo rosa y topacio azul, joyería artesanal de Mariana Shuk sobre fondo beige texturizado.

A Palette of Possibilities

My palette of materials includes a wide range of semi-precious stones such as garnet, Montana sapphire, jade, aquamarine, amethyst, golden citrine, opal, rhodochrosite, London blue topaz, green quartz, and various types of moonstone.

Working with calibrated stones from a trusted U.S. supplier allows me to maintain precision and consistency across collections — ensuring that every jewel, while unique, belongs to the same harmonious universe of form, color, and proportion.

"I am obsessed with the search for new forms, materials, and techniques that allow me to develop collections with identity and precision."

- Mariana Shuk -