In 1993, Rick and his Dad, Allan, opened the shop now known as
Skystone and Silver. Rick studied many techniques and found
that fabrication was the one thing he enjoyed more than most.
His start in fabrication came from Pueblo artist, John Demas, and
has transformed into also making his own tools with his friend,
Tad Bugajski.
Graduating from the Conner Jewelers Institute in Huntsville,
Alabama also gave him some additional techniques and training
that was necessary to create some of the work for which he is
so well known. He received his GIA Diamond Certificate in
July, 1999 and is continuing his studies in the GIA Graduate
Gemologist program.
Leading the industry in decorative personalized money clip
designs stemmed from his interest in signs, symbols and
small charms, which he has been fabricating since he began
making silver jewelry many years ago. The Southwest has been a
wonderful treasure trove of signs and symbols all originating
from the Native American and Mexican influence of the area.
Although most of his work is not presently southwestern in
nature, many of his past pieces have been and he still enjoys
this motif when requested. Rick's other interests in art,
computers, and photography have led him to where he is
today.
Rick's store and shop is now located in the historic Mesa
Junction Shopping area. His work can be seen at 117 E. Abriendo Ave, Pueblo,Colorado 81004. If you would like more information, please fill out our Information Request Form or Email Rick |
Rick Sindeband's fascination for gems and metals began as a child after
moving in 1959 from Delaware to Colorado. He began rock hounding
and learning about metals and mining from his Dad who had been
transferred to Pueblo, Colorado plant from the CF&I Steel in Claymont, Delaware.