About Us
Custom Design is Mario Chavez’ specialty
Mario Chavez was born and raised in New Mexico, the Land of Enchantment.
Santa Fe is the city he’s called home for 26 years with his wife and children.
At 14 years of age Mario Chavez was introduced to the world of jewelry through a high school art class, a life-changing experience. Immediately he was drawn to metals, stones, and the process of designing and hand fabricating jewelry. In the years following he apprenticed, honed his skills, and went on to open his studio 30 years ago.
Mario Chavez works with a variety of metals including high karat gold, platinum, and silver. He uses precious and semi-precious gems as well as rare minerals.
While he excels at “old school” techniques of hand fabrication using a welding torch his studio also offers the latest in high-tech equipment including a laser welder and casting capabilities.