John Blair
An accomplished jeweler and metalsmith, John Blair’s artwork is influenced by ancient and modern ornamentation. He combines precious metals with unique hand chosen gemstones to create timeless jewelry and art objects. Since completing a 4-year metal arts program at Alberta College of Art and Design (ACAD) in 1976, Blair has engaged in freelance work, exhibition and consignment sales in contemporary art/craft galleries. The artist’s work can be found in collections worldwide. John Blair received the Alberta College of Art and Design Alumni Award of Excellence in 2002, and the Alberta Craft Council Award of Excellence,2012. For Alberta’s 2005 centennial celebrations he was commissioned by the province to make the ceremonial knife used by Queen Elizabeth II to cut the centennial cake.
John Blair | "Hat Dance" silver necklace with black onyx
Calgary metalsmith and jeweller John Blair was known for his bold silverwork and richly detailed designs, often set with cabochon stones. Sterling silver statement necklace with black onyx beads. (2012) L26"
John Blair | Amethyst and turquoise silver necklace
Calgary metalsmith and jeweller John Blair was known for his bold silverwork and richly detailed designs, often set with cabochon stones. A striking sterling silver necklace featuring vibrant turquoise paired...
John Blair | Amethyst long silver earrings
Calgary metalsmith and jeweller John Blair was known for his bold silverwork and richly detailed designs, often set with cabochon stones. Amethyst long sterling silver earrings L 80mm Calgary, AB
John Blair | Black Onyx marquise silver earrings
Calgary metalsmith and jeweller John Blair was known for his bold silverwork and richly detailed designs, often set with cabochon stones. Black Onyx marquise sterling silver earrings L 35mm Calgary,...
John Blair | Black Onyx marquise silver ring
Calgary metalsmith and jeweller John Blair was known for his bold silverwork and richly detailed designs, often set with cabochon stones. Black Onyx marquise Sterling Silver ring Size 5 Calgary,...
John Blair | Blue Topaz silver studs
Calgary metalsmith and jeweller John Blair was known for his bold silverwork and richly detailed designs, often set with cabochon stones. Blue Topaz sterling silver studs D 10mm Calgary, AB
John Blair | Carved turquoise silver necklace
Calgary metalsmith and jeweller John Blair was known for his bold silverwork and richly detailed designs, often set with cabochon stones. A unique vintage necklace featuring a hand-carved turquoise centerpiece...
John Blair | Cognac Quartz silver earrings
Calgary metalsmith and jeweller John Blair was known for his bold silverwork and richly detailed designs, often set with cabochon stones. Elegant sterling silver earrings featuring warm cognac quartz stone...
John Blair | Coral and Lapis silver necklace
Calgary metalsmith and jeweller John Blair was known for his bold silverwork and richly detailed designs, often set with cabochon stones. A bold sterling silver necklace featuring rich red coral...
John Blair | Ducklings Sterling silver pin
Calgary metalsmith and jeweller John Blair was known for his bold silverwork and richly detailed designs, often set with cabochon stones. Ducklings Sterling silver pin L 1,2"
John Blair | Pink Quartz Teardrop silver earrings
Calgary metalsmith and jeweller John Blair was known for his bold silverwork and richly detailed designs, often set with cabochon stones. Pink Quartz Teardrop silver earrings L 40mm Calgary, AB
John Blair | Round Black Onyx silver ring
Calgary metalsmith and jeweller John Blair was known for his bold silverwork and richly detailed designs, often set with cabochon stones. Round Black Onyx Sterling Silver ring Size 4,75 Calgary,...