Wondering where to shop in Tucson? Wondering where all the gemstones are? Wondering how best to navigate Tucson gem shows? We have the answers and we’re here to help! __________________________________ If you want a concise online guide for many of the shows in Tucson, this is the one we recommend. Tucson Gem Shows __________________________________ REMEMBER THERE ARE RETAIL AND WHOLESALE … Read More
Welcome to The Desert 2025
We are getting really excited about our upcoming retreat next month! We’re working diligently to put the finishing touches on everything to make it perfect for you. We’ll be emailing you – sometimes daily – over the next several weeks with updates and information that we hope will be beneficial. Our experience is that students become a bit anxious about … Read More
A quick guide to shopping the gem shows
Wondering where to shop in Tucson? Wondering where all the gemstones are? Wondering how best to navigate Tucson gem shows? We have the answers and we’re here to help! __________________________________ If you want a concise online guide for many of the shows in Tucson, this is the one we recommend. <click here: Tucson Gem Shows> __________________________________ REMEMBER THERE ARE RETAIL … Read More
Pre-Order your supplies
Many of our students have asked us to help streamline the process of gathering supplies for classes, and we have come up with a way we think will work for you. TOOLS SHEET METAL WIRE SOLDER CABOCHONS Mario and his crew at SJ Jewelry Supply in Phoenix will have an onsite shop at THE DESERT 2025 in Tucson for the … Read More
A quick guide to shopping the gem shows
Wondering where to shop in Tucson? Wondering where all the gemstones are? Wondering how best to navigate Tucson gem shows? We have the answers and we’re here to share with you! __________________________________ If you want a concise online guide for many of the shows in Tucson, this is the one we recommend. <click here: Tucson Gem Shows> __________________________________ REMEMBER THERE … Read More
Your Health and Well-Being are Important to Us
YOUR SAFETY AND HEALTH ARE OUR TOP PRIORITY To set your mind at ease, we want you to know we have been monitoring events associated with influenza, RSV and the Covid virus. We are planning to follow the CDC guidelines, and knowing the situation is constantly fluid, we will incorporate any new and updated measures as we approach our retreat … Read More
Fond memories of The Desert 2022 and looking forward with excitement
Thank you so much! THE DESERT 2022 We hope you enjoyed yourself in Tucson – growing as an artist – deepening friendships with your art sisters and brothers – and learning a thing or two about yourself along the way. After taking a year off due to Covid, we were anxious to return, but a little hesitant as well. What … Read More
Pre-Order your supplies
Many of our students have asked us to help streamline the process of gathering supplies for classes, and we have come up with a way we think will work for you. IF THERE IS SOMETHING YOU WILL NEED FOR CLASS – A NEW TOOL, SOME SHEET METAL, WIRE, SOLDER, ETC. Mario and his crew at SJ Jewelry Supply in Phoenix … Read More