Gem Stones Illustration and Rendering Techniques (Practical)

Paper Code: 
25CJWT104
Credits: 
4
Contact Hours: 
90.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

Course Objectives:

This course will enable the students to –

  1. Introduce various mediums, application of these on different kinds of paper.
  2. Rendering of stones, to show cut, color, effect of different mediums, pencil shading.

 

Course Outcomes: 

Learning outcomes (COs):

Course

Learning outcomes

(at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment

Strategies

COURSE CODE

COURSE TITLE

25CJWT 104

 

Gem Stones Illustration and Rendering Techniques

 

 CO16: Adapt basic rendering techniques on various kinds of faceted gemstones & cabochon stones. Demonstrate the ability to choose appropriate settings based on gemstone type, size, and design requirements.

CO17: Compile comprehensive practical records detailing plans related to jewellery design across diverse institutional settings and cultivate verbal communication skills to converse effectively with examiners.

CO18: Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction

Approach in teaching:

Interactive Practical Sessions, Demonstrations, Giving tasks, Field practical, Workshop, Laboratory industry visits, Group and Team work

 

Learning activities for the students: Self-learning assignments, design development

Class test, Semester end examinations, Assignments, Presentation, Individual and group projects

 

90.00

Drawing & Rendering of gem stones                                              

  • Drawing of different geometrical shapes

Size and Shapes of Gem Stones

A: Cut Stones                                                                                               

Facets drawing and rendering

  • Round Brilliant Cut
  • Marquise Cut
  • Oval Cut
  • Pear Cut
  • Heart shape Cut
  • Princess Cut(square)
  • Octagon Cut (Emerald cut)
  • Cushion Cut
  • Triangle Cut
  • Trillion Cut
  • Baguette cut
  • Tapered Baguette

  

B: Cabochons                                                                                               

Drawing & Rendering of Cabochons stones 

  • Opaque
  • Transparent
  • Translucent stones

 

       Settings of Gem Stones                                                             

Finishing and enhancement of designs using different settings

  • Prong
  • Bezel
  • Pave
  • Flush
  • Channel
  • Invisible
  • Illusion
  • Fishtail & Others

 

Essential Readings: 

·         Karanth, R.V (2008) Gemstones: Enchanting Gifts of Nature by Geological society of india Ltd.

·         Chikayama, A. (2013) Dictionary of Gemstones & Jewellery by IMACBC Co.Ltd           

·         Matlins, A. (2009) Jewellery & Gems: The Buying Guide    

Jaffer, A. (2019) Beyond Extravagance : A royal collection of gems and jewels by Assouline

References: 
  • Mattiello, A. (2005) Techniques of Jewellery Illustration and Colors Rendering Design. Dumatt Corp.
  • Brambatti M., Vinci C. &  Possamai A ( 2018),Jewellery Illustration and Design: Techniques for Achieving Professional Results, Promo press, (ed 1)
  • Crowe, J. (2006). The Jewellerś Directory of Gemstones: A Complete Guide to Appraising and Using Precious Stones, from Cut and Colour to Shape and Settings. A & C Black Publishers.

 

Academic Year: 
2025-2026
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