About

Evgeny Zidarov has always been passionate and intrigued by natural stones. He spent weekends with his dad rockhounding and collecting crystals, minerals, and specimens. Several years ago, he took lapidary and faceting classes and got hooked. In his twenties he experimented with silver smithing and now decided to put both of his passions together. He has taken multiple classes in William Holland Lapidary School of the Arts, New Approach School for Jewelers, and John Campbell Folk School. The focus of his jewelry is always showcasing the natural beauty of the stones. Recently he has taken an interest in the ancient art of scrimshaw and is planning on incorporating it in his new work.