ASTORIA — Jewels Curnow, a team of two, Robbie and Chantay Curnow will be at Imogen Gallery for a one-day event. A trunk show of their one-of-a-kind art jewelry pieces will be available from 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23. All are invited to attend and enjoy light bites and champagne while learning directly from these master jewelers what is involved with the creation of each piece.

The Curnows use innovative setting and casting techniques, creating a distinct look. Many of their designs incorporate a primitive style of casting that uses cuttlefish bone, which creates texture. Robbie Curnow also custom blends many of his own alloys and hand selects the gemstones.

The randomly set sapphires, diamonds and rubies embellish each piece in a rugged yet sophisticated composition, appearing to be created from some kind of geological event such as the force of glacial compression. The natural and organic sense of design is something that comes from a calculated consideration of geometry and proportions occurring in nature, as well as years of technical study, including tutelage from Robbie Curnow’s own grandfather who was also a skilled jeweler.

Imogen Gallery is located at 240 11th St. For more information, call 503-468-0620 or visit www.imogengallery.com