Rana Mireskandari
Biography
Rana is a jewellery designer, maker, and founder of Rana M. Designs. She completed an advanced diploma in Jewellery Arts at George Brown College, continued her journey as a designer in residence at the college, and founded her small jewellery business shortly after graduation. She began teaching at George Brown College in January of 2022. Rana has a special interest in stone setting and has completed several advanced courses in stone setting, learning from leading experts in the industry.
Academic Credentials
- Advanced diploma, Jewellery Arts, George Brown College, 2019
- Master of Music, Music Performance, University of Ottawa, 2015
- Bachelor of Arts, Music Performance, Laurentian University, 2013
Areas of Specialization
- Metal Finishing
- Gemsetting
Areas of Expertise
- Goldsmithing
- Custom design
- CAD design
- Stone setting, including micro-pave
Career Highlights
- 2020-present: Founder, designer and goldsmith at Rana M. Designs
- 2022-present: Professor, George Brown College
- 2021-2022: Casual employee, George Brown College
- 2019-2020: Designer in residence, George Brown College
- 2015-2023: Music teacher, Sarv Music Academy
Other Activities
- Toronto Outdoor Art Fair, 2023 and 2024
- Bezel and flush setting advanced course, Standout Stone Setting Academy, 2023
- Advanced Micro-pave setting course and centre stone course with Patrick Dacko, 2022
Awards
- DeBeers Shining Light Awards Canadian finalist, 2019
- Creative Cads award, 2019
- Louis Frankian Diamond Jewellers award, 2019