T.K. Anderson Jewelry Studio

Keith Anderson
Owner and Designer

Born in the North Georgia mountains, Keith is a second generation jeweler. Starting in the business at age 12, he has evolved through college design/metalsmith classes, technical training, and over 30 years of experience on the bench. Keith and his staff at T.K.ANDERSON DESIGNS has won many State and National design awards over the past 15 years, always focusing on uncomparable craftmanship. Keith started T.K.ANDERSON in 1980 while attending UGA and continues to this day with the highest work ethics and integrity. "Being owner and principle designer in a jewelry studio allows me the freedom to explore techniques and designs unlimited and uninhibited."

Virginia Anderson
Owner and Designer

Starting school as an Art major, Virginia finished UGA with a Journalism/advertising/marketing degree. After meeting Keith, she found her niche in the jewelry industry. Virginia has over 26 years of experience in every facet of the business. She designs, buys, and markets for T.K.ANDERSON DESIGNS and currently serves on several boards in the industry. Virginia has multiple certifications from 'Gemological Institite of America', 'Jewelers of America', and 'Southern Jewelers Asso.' She has received several design awards including 'Best of Show-2007' for the state of Georgia and First Place honors from the JA national competition in New York.

Heidi Coplen
Sales administrator/Manager

Originally from Tampa, Florida; Heidi has over 29 years of experience in the jewelry industry. She has corporate training in sales, management, insurance replacement, watch services and internal operations. Heidi has worked in the Tampa, St.Petersburg, Clearwater and Atlanta markets before returning to Athens. She works closely with clients/jewelers/manufacturers and manages internal affairs at T.K.ANDERSON DESIGNS. Heidi has been awarded the "Certified Senior Sales Professional and Management Professional" certificates from Jewelers of America.