• Hicham’s jewellery is influenced by nature, geometry and Moroccan traditions
• To him, a well-made piece is defined by an original concept executed with perfection
• He is a professor at the Academy of Traditional Crafts, the institution where he once studied

Hicham Aguedach’s creative journey began in childhood, sparked by the rich visual heritage of traditional Moroccan kaftans and jewellery. In 2013, he began his studies at the Academy of Traditional Crafts, while gaining hands-on experience through internships and apprenticeships. Guided by his art history professor's mentorship, Hicham learned to anchor every project in deep historical research, before transitioning into professional jewellery making in 2016. His pieces feature traditional ajourage openwork and latticework, with diamonds inset into intricately cut gold, inspired by the geometry of Islamic art and Moroccan zellige tiles. “Turning gems into wearable jewellery is a dream come true,” he says. After developing his design process under the mentorship of Nathalie Sokierka, Hicham returned to the academy as its first ever professor of jewellery design drawing.