Monty, has gained such a fine reputation not only for his own designer cabochons but also for his knowledge and for his rare and unique gemstone collections. Due to this he is sought after for speaking engagements, lapidary demonstrations and for his participation in international Gem and Mineral Shows. Furthermore, when time permits, he teaches Gem Cutting Courses at the very reputable and internationally reknown New Brunswick College of Craft and Design in which he is also an Honorary Fellow. He currently resides in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada with his wife, Lynda, and two sons. He thoroughly enjoys gem cutting part time while ministering full time. He has five children.

Searching for a career which would allow her some flexibilty within her family, she discovered a passion in Lapidary and Jewelry Design. While in Labrador, she discovered a beautiful rough piece of Labradorite in a local craftstore and she became fascinated with it's amazing flash of colors. She was inspired to work with this beautiful stone and was eager to learn how to cut and polish it. This lead her to two very influencial Lapidary Artists, namely John Goudie, a well-known Labradorite carver from Labrador who provided her with much support and advice and Monty Lewis. Monty became not only her mentor and family friend but now has become her business partner in Mel Mont Creations. With his expertise, support, and generousity and while still living in Labrador, she grew her small Labradorite business and had even created her own website. In Labrador, Melissa has started to develop a fine reputation for her Handcrafted Labradorite Pendants and for her Beaded Labradorite Jewelry. She recently has moved back to Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada with her husband and two young children.