About Greg Neeley

My Story…

In December 1972, my older Brother Vaughn taught me silver smithing and I made my first ring. After that moment, I was obsessed. I had finally discovered a form of self-expression that resonated with me. I took a course from GIA (The Gemological Institute of America) on diamonds and other gems and in 1973, I began designing unique silver and gold jewelry. Over the years, I expanded my skills to include hollow ware design, which is the craft of making goblets and pitchers out of silver. And in the late 80's I learned everything I could about sculpture and bronze casting. Eventually I was commissioned to create a life size portrait of the last sitting Chief of the Ute Mountain Ute Indian Tribe and soon after developed a reputation as a sculpture artist creating bronze western and wildlife pieces. The 'emerging species series came a few years later combining sculpture art and jewelry, and from there, the "hotrod giraffe" was born – a brightly painted sculpture bedazzled in gems. The "hotrod giraffe" became my most successful design prominently displayed in places like Caesars' Palace Las Vegas and at Phyllis Morris Originals in West Hollywood. And while I was successful with the series, deep down I missed making rings. I now take all my life experiences and put them into what I loved making… rings, promise rings, and engagement rings. I am passionate about making wedding rings because a ring is a symbol of two people's eternal love for each other. When my customers share their stories of love, romance and new beginnings, I'm inspired to translate their story into a unique ring that they can wear forever.