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Curriculum Vitae

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

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 like Grandquist for Kylie JennerNatalie Read for Billy Idol, as wax carver for the jewellery designer A.E for Paul Smith and Patrick Cox, L.R. for Vivienne Westwood. Committed to pushing boundaries and shaping the narrative of contemporary jewellery design.

WORK EXPERIENCE

JEWELLERY DESIGNER- WAX CARVER - WORKSHOP CORNWALL, UK JUNE 2022 - PRESENT

After a significant break from jewellery making due to personal reasons, I’m excited to return to the dynamic world of design with the relaunch of my brand, Tg-Jewellery, now based in Cornwall. I currently offer one-to-one classes and workshops in wax carving, sharing my skills and passion with fellow creatives and enthusiasts.

Looking ahead to 2025, I’m thrilled to announce a collaboration with the Grandquist sisters for Kylie Jenner and Natalie Read for Billy Idol, who will be wearing my original jewellery designs.

FREELANCE JEWELLERY DESIGNER- WAX CARVER - ROME, ITALY  SEPT 2004 - AUG 2012

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.

PART-TIME WAX CARVER - SALESPERSON – MADA GIOIELLI - ROME, ITALY  SEPT 2010 - FEB 2012

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.

PART-TIME WAX CARVER - SALESPERSON – MARINA I.SAS - ROME, ITALY  AUG 2006 - JUL 2009

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

MANAGER - JEWELLERY DESIGNER - WAX CARVER - SALESPERSON  - M!A GALLERY - HATTON WALL, LONDON, UK SEPT 2003 - MAY 2004

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 of Vivienne Westwood and Paul Smith fashion icon.

PART-TIME WAX CARVER - AVRINA EGGLESTONE - PORTOBELLO, LONDON, UK  DEC 1998 - AUG 2003

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

HOUSE DESIGNER - REFINED PRECIOUS METALS LTD - HATTON WALL, LONDON, UK  JAN 1999 - AUG 2002

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 

EDUCATION

  • 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

COMPETITIONS

2026: FINALIST Best Small Business The UK Small Business Awards

2025/2026: Winner of SOUTH WEST ENGLAND Prestige Awards

2024/2025: Winner of SOUTH WEST ENGLAND Prestige Awards

2024: Winner LUXLIFE MAGAZINE, Global Excellence Award, best contemporary jewellery designer

2021: Winner ART IN THE HEART, Competition for Art in the Heart artist and makers, featured in " THE MOMENT " magazine

2011: BIJOUX D’AUTORE, Artisan Bijoux jewellery competitions, Italy.

2002: GOLDSMITHS’ CRAFT AND DESIGN Council Competition, London.

1999: GOLDSMITHS' CRAFT AND DESIGN Council Competition, London.

PRESS

2026: Artells Magazine, Volume 4124, USA

2026: WeDirectory

2024: Luxlife Magazine

2024: Artist Closeup Magazine

2021: The Moment Magazine, UK.

2011: Craft Galleries Guide, UK.

2011: Capdopera Magazine, Italy.

2011: Artween

2011: Retail Jewellery Magazine

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.

2001: The J-Dex Magazine, UK.

TAMARA WORKS HAS BEEN EXHIBITED AT

2026 - EXPO MILANO, Italy

2026 - GALERIE LE CHIEN D"OR, Quebec, Canada

2026 - THOMSON GALLERY, Zug, Switzerland

2026 - (RE) FRAMED, Jewellery Is Art, Cornwall, Uk

2025 - TRESOR, Contemporary Jewellery Fair, Cornwall Museum, UK.

2021 -  Present: INSPIRE MAKERS, Falmouth, UK.

2008: HOTEL EXCELSIOR, Rome, Italy.

2005 - GIOIELLI D'AUTORE, Rome, Italy.

2004 - 2005: M!A GALLERY, Florida, US.

2000 - 2004: M!A GALLERY, London, UK.

2001 - 2004: THE HAYS GALLERY, London, UK.

2000: ALEXANDRA PALACE, London, UK.

1996: ORO CAPITAL, Jewellery Fair, Rome, Italy.

1995: VIRTUOSI, Design jewellery Exhibition, Rome, Italy.

1994: UNO MATTINA, Program on Television, Rome, Italy.