Trevor McLaughlin is a metalsmith and lapidary artist with a studio currently based in San Francisco, California. A Board member and instructor at the San Francisco Gem and Mineral Society, a lapidary club based in San Francisco, he is creating fusions of intarsia cabochons and producing superior inlay jewelry.
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Trevor found his passion for jewelry in the winter of 2018, walking around Crested Butte, Colorado. While exploring a jewelry store, he found a Zuni made sterling silver ring inlaid with green Gaspeite, which caught his eye. After purchasing the ring, it became a staple of Trevor's wardrobe and appreciation for fine craft. More importantly, his inspiration along with the first steps of an artisan's path.
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His seal of craftsmanship has been certified by the Graduate Bench Jeweler Program at the New Approach School for Jewelers in 2023. Gathering available literature and applying established jewelry-making techniques, he forms material, solders metal, and creates limited yet timeless pieces in small quantities for custom orders.
