Testimonials

Went for a private couple’s jewelry making class to make our wedding bands. Dan was a fantastic teacher & facilitator, and really enabled us to make rings that were unique and meaningful to us. They… More

Avi Silverman

Dan is an amazing jeweler and gifted teacher! What a blessing it is to have had the experience of taking a number of classes from Dan! I learn so much each time I take a… More

Barbara Ammirati

Jewelry artist, Dan Balk, is a master at the craft. And they can make next to anything you can dream. I had my wife’s engagement ring made here, made with silver, dinosaur bone, and meteorite.… More

Chase Griffin

“Worked together over email/skype to make custom pendant” I had them make me a custom pendant, using ‘Mokume gane’ a traditional Japanese metalworking process. The result was a beautiful piece of art that will be… More

Colin Kawaguchi Cecil

Before taking a class with Dan, I was very nervous (but excited) to learn this new skill. Having no experience or knowledge of metalsmithing I didn’t know what to expect. But both Dan and Nataly… More

Faith Obradovich

“great jewelry from great people” First of all the people – Dan and Nataly are amazing people with hearts of gold….secondly, they make amazing amazing pieces from the love in their heart. You cannot go… More

Jeff Trager

They do exceptional work and are simply fun to be around 1/27/16 Facebook Review

Jennifer Gove Owen

I have several pieces of jewelry created by Dan. The craftsmanship and uniqueness of each piece is stunning and truly a work of art. I cannot wait to see what his genius will make next… More

Jennifer Owen

“Always find something amazing.” Always great to stop in when I need a special gift. Plus, the service is fantastic! Nataly will spend time with you to find just the right item. One ring I… More

Jerry Nepon-Sixt

For me, this was a game changing experience! I was looking into learning one or two methods of making a specific type of jewelry and Dan opened up a completely different frontier, from my original… More

Jim Jentzen

I have been waiting for a long time to learn metalsmithing, and to learn to use a lot of equipment that I inherited. Dan did an amazing job of teaching me how to use what… More

Joy Matthews

Dan and Nataly live in a fairy cottage, covered in silver and gold dust, and gleaming with jewels waiting to be turned into one of a kind wearable art. They are wonderfully welcoming, and Dan… More

Kathryn Averyheart

Best Jewelry Designer in the Tampa Bay area! Amazing pieces and prices everyone can afford! Beautiful one of a kind wearable sculpture! Rings, bracelets, necklaces, you name it they have it…or…you can take a class… More

Kim Borg

Dan is an extremely talented artist who produces unique and amazing jewelry pieces. I am in Miami but send him ideas for colors and what I’m looking for and every time he amazes us!! I… More

Kirsten Schwarz

I would highly recommend Dan Balk’s jewelry workshops. I learned more in the three day workshop with Dan than I did in a one semester course of jewelry design in university. He is a great… More

Lindsay Nelson

My husband and I love Dan Balk Jewelry for so many reasons and one of them is it is Not the boring Big Box shop jewelry one would find for His Artfully handcrafted designs are… More

Lisa Eggleston

I just had a one on one lesson. It was fantastic and Dan was very patient. I have already booked my second class and can’t wait to learn more. 5/14/16 Facebook Review

Lisa Gaskin O’Rear

Nataly and Dan saved the day for a last minute gift for my daughter’s boyfriend. A beautiful custom made cross out of baseball bats, one of a kind and beautiful! Thanks again for making it… More

Lynn Kroesen

I have at least seven Dan Balk pieces and each is amazing. I gave him a sentimental stone from a necklace I never wore and he made an amazing ring that is so unique in… More

Marianne Lawson

“Absolutely Fabulous Unique Jewelry!” I remember when I found Dan and Nataly at an art festival somewhere and I bought my first ring with the mystic topaz and amethyst and I love it! Keep going… More

Mary Ann Wilhelm

Father and son jewelry making class was awesome!! Very fun! Great people! 2/3/16 Facebook Review

Michelle Mancini

“A place to visit in Ybor, Tampa, Fl.” “Awesome people! Awesome art and awesome Jewelry !! A very nice place to visit and If you’re looking for original art or jewelry you’ll find it here!… More

Robert Lopez