Gem Studio

The Gem Studio command provides a comprehensive solution for creating gemstones in various popular cuts within the RhinoArtisan software. This command offers a streamlined and efficient approach to gemstone design, making it a powerful tool for jewelers. Below are the essential features and functionalities:

Selection Options

The Selection section allows users to position their gemstone with a high degree of flexibility by offering multiple placement options:

• In the CPlane: Adds a gemstone with the specified parameters to the center of the viewport, perfectly aligned to the construction plane (CPlane).
• On a point: Adds a gemstone at the selected point by clicking in the viewport. This allows for precise placement of gemstones at any predefined location.
• On a surface: Adds a gemstone with the specified parameters on the surface selected by clicking. The gemstone will align with the surface's curvature or orientation for seamless integration.

This flexibility in placement ensures accurate integration of gemstones into your designs, whether you're placing them in specific positions or aligning them to complex surfaces.

Gem Shapes

Round	Princess	Radiant	Cushion	Pear
Oval	Heart	Emerald	Marquise	Asscher
Trillion	Calf	Coffin	Triangle	Baguette

New cuts: Calf, Coffin and Baguette

Gem Materials

Offers a range of gemstone materials, each represented by their corresponding color. This feature allows users to visualize their designs with material colors, ensuring that gemstones match the overall aesthetic of the piece.

Note: These materials are used primarily for design purposes. When preparing for rendering, it is essential to use the appropriate materials from the Render and Animation panel to ensure that the gemstones have the correct appearance in the final render.

Parameters Tab

Carats: Determines the gemstone’s weight and size, based on standard carat measurements. When the command is opened, the default material is set to Diamond, with the carat weight set to 1 ct and a diameter of 6.50 mm. If the material is changed, for example, to Ruby, the carat weight will adjust to reflect the density of the selected material. A Ruby with a brilliant cut and a diameter of 6.50 mm would weigh approximately 1.13 ct.

Diameter: Controls the width of the gemstone at its widest point.

(Z) Depth: Adjusts the height or depth of the gemstone from the culet (bottom point) to the table (top facet).

Alignment: This option aligns the gemstone to the center of the CPlane based on the chosen alignment option:

• Girdle: Aligns the gemstone so that the girdle (the widest perimeter) is centered on the CPlane.

• Table: Aligns the gemstone so that the table (the flat top facet) is centered on the CPlane.

• Culet: Aligns the gemstone so that the culet (the bottom point) is centered on the CPlane.

Move in Z: This option allows you to move the gemstone along the Z-axis.

Goldsmith Tip: Start by creating the ring curve when designing a ring. Next, use the curve selection option to position the stone, ensuring the "Vertical from Culet" alignment is selected. Adjust the "Move in Z" parameter to set the desired distance from the finger to the stone's culet. Finally, position the mouse at the top of the ring curve visible in the viewport to accurately place the stone at the specified distance. Now, you can continue developing your design with the exact placement of the central stone.

With the Gem Studio command, jewellers can efficiently create and position gemstones, ensuring accuracy and consistency across their designs.

This element is editable, meaning it can be modified anytime.