MAKING TOMORROW'S CULTURE TODAY

Greg Sims, a jewelry designer and digital fabrication instructor at OCAD University, shares insights into his evolution from traditional craftsmanship to embracing digital techniques. Initially skeptical of casting and mold making, he favored direct fabrication with precious metals and gemstones. However, a project involving wedding bands changed his perspective, leading him to realize that success lies in how materials are handled and presented rather than the technique alone. Sims emphasizes the transformative impact of digital design and fabrication, which offer limitless possibilities for creativity and innovation. (…)

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