Enamelling for Royalty and Saying Yes Before You’re Ready: Jeweller Mahroz’s Creative Journey (podcast episode)
In this week's episode of the Jewellers Academy Podcast, Jess talks with Mahroz Hekmati, a talented jeweller, enamelling specialist, and core member of the teaching team at the new Jewellers Academy Brighton studios.
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Mahroz shares her journey from Iran to Canada and eventually to the UK, tracing her transformation from a graphic design student to an award-winning jeweller whose work has been worn by royalty. She shares about the cultural and personal challenges she faced entering a traditionally male-dominated field in Iran, and how key moments like a last-minute enamelling commission reshaped her career path.
Whether you're just starting out or are years into your jewellery career, Mahroz's story is filled with practical insights, encouragement, and motivation to keep learning, growing, and showing up authentically in your craft.
about mahroz
Mahroz Hekmati is a jewellery designer and maker with over 15 years of experience in the industry. Her work is a fusion of ancient craft and modern technique, combining traditional skills such as enamelling, filigree, and granulation with contemporary CAD design. Inspired by her Persian heritage, Mahroz creates fine jewellery that is both culturally rich and meticulously crafted. She holds a BA (Hons) in Jewellery and Silversmithing Design for Industry and has worked across various roles in the sector, including CAD designer, maker, sales professional, and workshop teacher.
This diverse experience gives her a well-rounded understanding of both the creative and commercial aspects of the jewellery world. Mahroz has exhibited her work widely and has earned recognition for her distinctive blend of heritage and innovation. As a mentor, she offers practical guidance and career support, drawing on her hands-on expertise to help emerging jewellers develop their skills, confidence, and unique voice in the industry.
Website: https://mahroz.com/
Instagram: @mahrozhekmati
Want to learn in person with Mahroz and our team in Brighton, England? We have everything from taster workshops to one year Diploma courses available. Have a look at what you could learn next!
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In case you missed it, Jessica Rose has recently opened our sister jewellery school called Jewellers Academy Brighton. It is located in the city of Brighton on the south coast of England. Teaching in-person workshops seven days a week, this state of the art jewellery training centre is ready and waiting to help you learn. If you are not local or even from the UK, why not take a look at travelling for an in-person workshop? We have lots of great opportunities to learn.