International Jeweller Michael Robinson Collaborates with the British Academy of Jewellery

09 Feb 2026

The British Academy of Jewellery (BAJ) is partnering with internationally acclaimed jeweller Michael Robinson, founder of David Michael Jewels, on a live fine jewellery project.

The collaboration concludes with a public exhibition on 23rd April 2026, showcasing one-of-a-kind student pieces inspired by Robinson’s hand-crafted techniques, including hand-forging, sculpting, stone-setting, and gouache rendering.

Learning from a master

Through the project, BAJ students are gaining insight into Robinson’s meticulous approach to jewellery-making, exploring the intersection of emotion, creativity, and technical skill. The pieces allow audiences to experience jewellery as both art and craft, without knowing the maker’s intention.

Hands-on experience and creative development

Phoebe Coleman, Deputy Course Lead (Maternity Cover) says,

“At BAJ, we embrace a broad and inclusive approach to jewellery design and making. What truly distinguishes us is our unwavering commitment to traditional craft: time at the bench, working by hand, and thinking through making as an integral part of the design process.

Michael Robinson’s guidance provides a rare opportunity for students to learn professional practice at the highest level, and we’re excited to see how they respond creatively to this project.”

Based in Boston, Massachusetts, Robinson creates single-author jewellery. Every piece is entirely hand-crafted, forged, sculpted, and stone-set without assistants, casting, or digital tools. Many of his works have sold to collectors via Sotheby’s. His studio, David Michael Jewels, reflects his personal connection to each piece and his twin brother.

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Source: BAJ