Tomomi Hamano

"What's fascinating about jewelry is that it looks and feel different depending on who wears it. I love creating unique jewelry that helps elevate people's confidence and becomes a part of their own beauty."

Tomomi Hamano Jewelry is known for simple, clean lines. Form, scale, and balance play a critical role. Creating unique design is very important, but the most important factor when she designs jewelry is wearability. The pieces have to be functional and easy to wear.

Her working process usually starts out with simple sketches. She uses traditional bench tools and soldering technique to create her pieces one by one. She often uses semiprecious stones to complete her jewelry.

Tomomi obtained a BFA in graphic design at the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California. While working as a designer and co-owner of a graphic design company, she found an interest in making jewelry and became a self-taught jeweler. Her elegant designs are loved by many people all over the United States.