RESUME CV

Born and raised in the historic city of Rome, Italy, I was always surrounded by beauty, art and history. This environment nurtured my creative spirit and sparked my interest in design from a young age. Experienced in wax carving, bespoke jewellery, workshop & gallery management, and successful collaboration with prestigious names in the industry. Committed to pushing boundaries and shaping the narrative of contemporary jewellery design

After a significant hiatus from jewellery making due to personal reasons, I return to the vibrant world of jewellery design and the relaunch of my brand, Tg-Jewellery By Tamara Gervasio, in Cornwall. Conduct One to One classes on wax carving and workshops, sharing expertise with enthusiasts. Collaborations with iconic figures such as Kylie Jenner and Billy Idol.

Founded Tg-Jewellery, creating one-of-a-kind collections and custom pieces for private clients. Collaborated with goldsmith workshops, creating prototypes in lost wax, and handling repairs

Collaborated part-time, focusing on jewellery and wax carving, contributing to the company's success. Assisted with shop management, inventory, window displays, and provided sales consultation.

Focusing on creating jewellery and wax carving. Handled repairs, pearls threads, and assisted in shop management and inventory.

Worked with jeweller designer in Hatton Garden, directly managing one-off commissions and selling my own collections. Managed M!A Gallery, liaised with clients and suppliers, organised exhibitions, and taught one to one lost wax carving classes. Working for private commission lost wax carving for the designer Laurent Rivaud of Vivienne Westwood and Avrina Eggleston of Paul Smith fashion icon.

Execution of prototype of wax models for Avrina Eggleston jewellery collections and for the men's jewellery collection of the fashion designer Paul Smith and Patrick Cox.

M!A GALLERY and Workshop Manageress and director. Led the design and wax carving initiatives for House Collections and bespoke pieces, contributing to the establishment of a distinguished jewellery brand. Successfully orchestrated the opening of M!A Gallery, showcasing curated collections with invitations and press coverage in local jewellery magazines. Actively liaised with customers, suppliers, and professional services to ensure seamless operations and customer satisfaction. Managed the overall functioning of the workshop, overseeing administrative tasks, inventory, and stock control. Demonstrated a keen eye for trends and innovation by traveling to trade fairs, selecting and purchasing jewellery collections from both local and international designers to enhance the M!A Gallery offering.

Execution of prototype of wax models for the company and clean up casting.

Focused on jewellery creation and wax carving, I develop original designs and hand-painted sketches for private clients and jewellery workshops. I manage bespoke commissions from concept to completion, as well as repairs and pearl restringing.

I also collaborate with jewellery workshops to develop their collections through lost wax carving, translating design concepts into sculptural prototypes. In Rome, I worked with the shop “Enea,” creating a sterling silver jewellery collection set with semi-precious gemstones.

• 2025 – Alexandra and Mackenzie Grandquist for Kylie Jenner
• 2025 – Natalie Read for Billy Idol
• 2004 – Laurent Rivaud for Vivienne Westwood
• 1998–2004 – Avrina Eggleston for Paul Smith and Patrick Cox

• Professional Qualification in Jewellery Making | Regional Institute | Rome, Italy Sept 1995 - Jun 1996
• Professional Qualification in Wax Carving | Regional Institute | Rome, Italy Aug 1994 - Jun 1995
• Diploma in Applied Arts and Sculpture | Institute of Arts I.S.A. | Rome, Italy Aug 1992 - Jun 1994
• Professional Certificate Master of Art | Institute of Arts I.S.A. | Rome, Italy Aug 1989 - Jun 1992

• 2026: Re-Framed Jewellery Is Art Exhibition at The Grow Box Cafe - Krowji organised from ACJ
• 2025: Tresor Fair, at Cornwall Museum Contemporary Jewellery Fair organised from ACJ
• 2024-2025: Award Winner South-West England Prestige Awards
• 2024: Award Winner Luxlife
• 2021: Art in the Heart, Competition for Art in the Heart artist and makers, featured in " The Moment "
• 2011: Bijoux D’Autore, Artisan Bijoux jewellery competitions, Italy.
• 2008: Hotel Excelsior, Demonstration on making jewellery from lost wax, Rome, Italy.
• 2006: Hotel Parioli, Sale to the public my own collections, Rome, Italy.
• 2001: Goldsmiths’ Craft and Design Council Competition, London.
• 2000: Alexandra Palace, Sale to the public my own collections, London.
• 1999: Goldsmiths’ Craft and Design Council Competition, London.
• 1996: Oro Capital, Jewellery Fair, Rome, Italy.
• 1995: Virtuosi, Design jewellery Exhibition, Rome, Italy.
• 1994: Uno Mattina, Program on Television, Rome, Italy

• 2024-2025: Prestige Awards
• 2024: Luxlife Awards Winner
• 2024: Artist Closeup Magazine
• 2021: The Moment Magazine, UK
• 2011: Craft Galleries Guide, UK
• 2011: Capdopera Magazine, Italy
• 2011: Artween
• 2011: Retail Jewellery
• 2011: Art-List
• 2011: Bang-Art Magazine, Italy
• 2005: Pit Giovani, Regional Council Magazine, Rome, Italy
• 2003: Second Step Portofolio Book from the Craft Galleries Guide, UK
• 2003: Art Magazine, Japan
• 2000: The J-Dex Magazine, UK

• 2026: Kroji, Redruth, Uk
• 2025: Cornwall Museum, Truro, Uk
• 2021 - Present: Inspire Makers, Falmouth, UK
• 2005: Gioielli D’Autore, Margutta Gallery, Rome, Italy
• 2004 - 2005: M!A Gallery, Florida, USA
• 2000 - 2004: M!A Gallery, London, UK
• 2001 - 2004: The Hays Gallery, London, UK