Brian DiNola specializes in Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing. He has a BA in Business from Temple University and is a certified Rhinoceros 3D instructor. Brian has years of experience as an industrial designer for consumer product design and works for machine tool manufacturers in R&D and consulting.
Visiting Masters
Brian DiNola
Jason Marchiafava
Jason Marchiafava, NASJ’s engraver instructor, is a 3rd generation jeweler and has served three apprenticeships. By refining his engraving craftsmanship at eight schools throughout the U.S., he has diversified his art of embellishment and jewelry making. Jason studied the art of engraving under the best in the industry both in the US and abroad. His travels to Brescia, Italy allowed him to study under the finest masters alive today. Jason was awarded Professional status from the Firearms Engravers Guild of America at 24yrs old-- he was youngest engraver in history to receive this award. Jason presently works with a private firm that specializes in ultra rare, colored gemstones, and museum quality, handmade jewelry and focuses on the most elaborate hand engraving and handmade jewelry projects available in the U.S. luxury market today.
Kate Wolf
Kate Wolf has been carving wax and making jewelry for twenty-nine years. In addition to designing and manufacturing her own line of gold and silver jewelry, Kate makes master molds for many manufacturers in the industry, including L.L. Bean, Lenox Collections, QVC, and Disney. Kate has a BFA in Metalsmithing and Jewelry from Tyler School of Art. Previously, Kate was a Master Modelmaker and Director of Production for the Jewelry Division of The Franklin Mint. For more information on Kate Wolf go to www.katewolfdesigns.com.
