• François creates jewellery that combines fine Italian artistry with contemporary innovations
• He opened his own fine jewellery atelier in 2010
• He comes from a long line of jewellery artists in Rome

Metals and precious stones have always been part of François Santo's life, as he was born into a family of third-generation Roman jewellers. He was surrounded by jewellery, whether in the workshop or at home, as his family was immersed in the Roman jewellery scene. François took his first professional steps as a fine jeweller in Rome, where he observed and learned the ancient and traditional techniques of jewellery making. "I have a curious spirit and I am always hungry for knowledge. I never stop studying and evolving my craft," François says. Today, he lives and works in Sydney where he opened his own fine jewellery workshop in 2010. In his atelier, François creates flamboyant pieces with a vast range of materials including gemstones, precious metals and stone. He works on commission while also developing seasonal collections.