meet the ARTIST

METALSMITH

Owner of NOLA Metalworks

I began my relationship with metal and gemstones in 2020, while still working in the banking industry. Like most of us working from home during that time, I self taught myself how to make wire wrapped pendants. As I perfected this craft, in 2022, I started my own business, and began to work for myself full time. I decided to work part-time for a gemstone jewelry store to learn the brick and mortar side of the business. Briefly after working this part-time job, a frequent customer referred me to a metal smithing school, New Orleans School of Metal Smithing. Here, I learned the skills of a long line of German style metal smithing under master metal smith, Steven Donnelly. I quickly enhanced my skills by taking intermediate and advanced classes. As I reached the advanced class level, I also became an assistant to my instructor, helping teach the beginner classes. My passion for metal smithing is at the highest level. Not only do I showcase my work on this website, I also showcase my work at the most recognized art market in New Orleans, Frenchmen Art Bazaar. My extreme love for the art of metal smithing has brought to the point of wanting to share my knowledge of it. Now, I am also offering workshops who also would like to take the career path of metal smithing, or just wanting to perfect a creative art.

Gratitude to all who support NOLA Metalworks!

-Jason Finkelman

  • Return Policy

    All sales are final. We do not accept product returns unless the product arrives to you damaged. Proof of damage would need to be submitted to nolametalworksllc@gmail.com. Proof of damage must be submitted within seven days of the delivery date. You will have the option to have the piece repaired or to be be refunded once the item is received.

  • Shipping Policy

    Shipping prices are flat rates determined by size of package. Items are currently only being shipped within the US. Orders are generally shipped on Saturdays through USPS. The average delivery timeframe is within seven days from the date the item is provided to USPS. Any shipping issues will need to be handled by contacting USPS. We are not responsible for any errors made on behalf of USPS, however, we would be glad to submit an investigation through our shipping label vendor, Sendle.

  • Product Quality

    All metal and gemstones are of great quality. All metal used is quality copper, brass, bronze, or sterling silver. Each item is carefully created to perfection. Any questions regarding your item can be emailed to nolametalworksllc@gmail.com.