04 Jun June 2012 Art Walk: Jef Taylor at Hemming Plaza Jewelers

Stop by Hemming Plaza Jewelers on June 6, 2012 for the Downtown Jacksonville Art Walk and check out the paintings on display by Jef Taylor. To see a preview of his work, be sure to check out his website at www.jeftaylor.com.   About the artist: While Jef has spent most of his life studying the arts, his intensive study spanned from 1994 to 2001 at the University of North Florida where he studied under Paul Ladnier, Larry Davis, and Ed Hall and finished with a degree in mathematics and studio painting. Jef then moved to Nantes, France where he spent another year studying at L’Ecole des Beaux Arts under Bernard Plantiff.

23 May May Birthstone: Emerald

This month's birthstone, the Emerald, was Queen Cleopatra's most treasured gem. She was quite often adorned in the jewels and during her reign, she claimed all the great Emerald mines of Egypt for her own. The Emerald's color is a rich green. This is due to trace amounts of chromium found in the crystal. They grow slowly in metamorphic rocks which restricts their size, making them rare and costly.

01 May May Art Walk: Steve Miller at Hemming Plaza Jewelers

Join us May 2, 2012 at the Downtown Jacksonville Art Walk and see some really wonderful artwork by Steve Miller. While your there, be sure to enter our drawing for one of his paintings. About the artist: Steve was born in Asheville, North Carolina, but has lived most of his life in Jacksonville, Florida.  Steve has had an interest in art all of his life, which he began expanding upon more extensively approximately 15 years ago by taking classes at Florida State College at Jacksonville and with various private teachers, including Tony Wood, who is known in the local art community.  Additionally, he has studied figure drawing for the past 12 years.  Previously, Steve himself taught art to children in elementary through high school at The Foundation Academy.

03 Apr Don’t miss this Mother’s Day Special!

From now until Mother's Day, get this lovely fresh water pearl earring and necklace set for just $39.00. Simple and elegant, this jewelry is perfect for any occasion and it's sure to please Mom. Visit our store today!  ...

09 Mar March Birthstone: Aquamarine

March's birthstone is the Aquamarine, a lovely blue-green stone. It's name is derived form the Roman word aqua, for water, and mare which means sea. The Romans believed that it was sacred to Neptune, the god of the sea, and sailors would wear the stone...

17 Feb February Birthstone: Amethyst

This beautiful gemstone is a variety of quartz. Amethysts are always purple in color, but you will find them in a variety of shades. Amethysts are widely available and make wonderful, inexpensive gifts. It is said to be symbolic of protection and the ability to overcome difficulties. Many believe it has the power to strengthen the bond between two people.