Our Team

Dejan originally trained as a sculptor in Serbia and moved to Washington, DC in 2002 where Dejan Studio Jewelry began. Dejan grew up surrounded by art and creativity. From as early as he can remember he was fascinated by creating shapes and had the freedom to enjoy creating in the studio of his father who was a sculptor. Dejan went on to train as a sculptor at Belgrade University School of Applied Arts in Serbia where he focused on the challenges of creating large-scale sculptures and graduated top of his class with honors. He later graduated with his MFA in metal design from East Carolina University School of Art and Design in North Carolina.

Eduardo is a master goldsmith who has been in the industry for over 20 years. He has been part of the team since 2007 as a craftsman and artisan. His attention to detail is important for one-of-a-kind pieces. His open and fun personality brings us nice energy to the studio, and his motto is “Don’t worry, be happy.”

Emily is from Lake Ridge, Virginia. She studied at Woodbridge High School with a concentration in Fine Arts before attending CUNY Baruch College in NYC where she received a degree in Business Communications with a specialization in Graphic Communication. While in NYC, she interned at an art gallery & framing shop in Tribeca and a furniture design and manufacturing company in Dumbo, Brooklyn. After moving back to Virginia, she began working for Bread & Chocolate Cafe in Old Town Alexandria before joining Dejan Studio Jewelry 7 years ago.

Ivan is a Serbian-born sculptor and metalsmith. He joined Dejan Studio Jewelry a few years ago and his skills in computer design, working in wax, and final finishing are a big help. He improved his skills by studying in one the oldest academies in Carrara in Northern Italy.