Vernissage Inc. founded by Pepe Fernandez, Julie Fernandez & Neil Puype opened it's doors December 1st, 2007 & invites you to come visit us in "The Beach" district of Toronto.

Jose “Pepe” Fernandez
Born in Punitaqui, Chile, he moved to the capital city, Santiago, where he had a successful 14-year career in banking.  He dedicated his spare time to his artistic interests in theatre and working with his hands on copper etchings. In 1975, with his partner Maureen Dwyer, he founded Pepe & Maureen Ltd., a successful jewellery gallery that built a strong industry reputation and client following.  After 33 years in business with stores in Toronto and most recently in Elora, Ontario, Pepe & Maureen was closed this summer 2007 to make way for a new jewellery venture with his youngest daughter and son in-law.

Julie Fernandez
Born in Chile, she settled in Toronto with her parents and sister in 1974. She spent many weekends and summers working with her father in his jewellery store on Queen Street West and Village By The Grange in Toronto. For the past 11 years she has dedicated herself to the investment industry. Never forgetting her love for jewellery, she has decided to go back to her roots and open this new jewellery gallery in partnership with her father and husband.

Neil Puype
Born in Mississauga, a young entrepeneur who is currently involved in the managment of various historical restoration projects. He brings his business expertise to Vernissage Inc.