John Blair
An accomplished jeweler and metalsmith, John Blair’s artwork is influenced by ancient and modern ornamentation. He combines precious metals with unique hand chosen gemstones to create timeless jewelry and art objects. Since completing a 4-year metal arts program at Alberta College of Art and Design (ACAD) in 1976, Blair has engaged in freelance work, exhibition and consignment sales in contemporary art/craft galleries. The artist’s work can be found in collections worldwide. John Blair received the Alberta College of Art and Design Alumni Award of Excellence in 2002, and the Alberta Craft Council Award of Excellence,2012. For Alberta’s 2005 centennial celebrations he was commissioned by the province to make the ceremonial knife used by Queen Elizabeth II to cut the centennial cake.
John Blair | Sterling silver Olive quartz and amethyst cufflinks
Calgary metalsmith and jeweller John Blair was known for his bold silverwork and richly detailed designs, often set with cabochon stones. Elegant vintage sterling silver cufflinks featuring luminous olive quartz...
John Blair | Sterling silver Tie bar
Calgary metalsmith and jeweller John Blair was known for his bold silverwork and richly detailed designs, often set with cabochon stones. Classic sterling silver tie bar featuring a finely engraved...
John Blair | Turquoise silver cross drop earrings
Calgary metalsmith and jeweller John Blair was known for his bold silverwork and richly detailed designs, often set with cabochon stones. Elegant vintage sterling silver earrings featuring vibrant tuquoise cabochons,...
John Blair | Yellow and orange chalcedony necklace
Calgary metalsmith and jeweller John Blair was known for his bold silverwork and richly detailed designs, often set with cabochon stones. This elegant necklace features vibrant chalcedony centrepiece in warm...