New world gem4/3/2023 Upon meeting with the Dalai Lama, I realised that the Buddhism is just one facet of huge gemstone, which we could refer to as spiritual knowledge. The geometry, the number of facets in each facet groups correlates with the mandala. The way the light plays with the facets is here to symbolise the complex interaction between the different aspects of the universe as well as the different aspects of the human mind. Each facet corresponds to a Deity from the mandala, to an aspect of the Universe. The real mandala has 722 Deities, therefore the gemstone has 722 facets as well. Victor Tuzlukov : This project started with the Kalachakra Mandala, which is a gemstone I donated later to the Dalai Lama. How did this project start and what was the symbolism behind these gems? Mystery of the Universe - one of Victor's Tuzlukov works from his earlier collection -ĪsiaLounges : A few years ago, when we first met, you were in the process of making a series of gems that you eventually gifted to different spiritual leaders among which the Pope, the Head of the Russian Orthodox Church and the Dalai Lama. Therefore, I am not a creator, I'm just an instrument of the great Process of Creation. All I have to do is cut off unneeded material and polish well for better shining. Then, the idea creates the image, the image creates the pattern, the pattern creates the diagram and the diagram creates the gemstone. Victor Tuzlukov : First of all, to create something the real artist must have something to tell people. Could you tell us more about the creation process? How long does it take and most importantly, how do you come up with these stunning designs? Victor earned an impressive collection of international gems cutting awardsĪsiaLounges : Your creations are always awe-inspiring and quite frankly I’ve always been amazed by the pieces you create. I set a new world record in gem cutting competition and through my cutting and the patterns I give to the facets of my gems, I try to pass on ideas and concept to the people that are looking at my gems. She taught me the basics of cutting and I eventually kept on improving my technique on my own to the point where I am now recognised as a multiple gem cutting award winner. Little did I know that I would eventually become what I am today but, what set me on this path is the encounter of my first gem cutting mentor. As a kid I used to walk by the river and collect nice stones that I would find there. Victor Tuzlukov : I have been loving gemstones for as long as I can remember. Would you mind telling us when did you start cutting and what brought you to the lapidary arts? When you put all this together you end up with the final product which is Victor: gemstone artist and competition cutter who’s able to read the tide of the markets as well as being an experienced businessman.ĪsiaLounges : I understand that you took cutting as a second life of sort. It goes without saying that I also enjoy gem cutting, but that you knew already. Besides my professional life I am quite fond of literature and philosophy as well as to indulge in photography on my free time. I have a fairly diverse background, I started as a marine navigator then moved onto being an economist and a financial broker in the Russian Stock Exchange to finally become a Graduated Gemologist from the GIA. Victor Tuzlukov: Thank you Simon for your invitation and for the opportunity to expose my work and ideas in your columns. Can you tell us a bit about yourself? Who are you Victor Tuzlukov? Victor Tuzlukov gazing at the camera with the same intensity he would gaze at his cutting tableĪsiaLounges : First of all, thank you very much Victor for agreeing to answer our question today. So, without any further delays, let us get going with the interview, read on! Today we have a bit of a special treat for you, we present you with this unique chance to discover the world of one of the best, if not the best, gem cutter in the World.
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