Jeweller, metalsmith, enameller
Current Designs 2002
The influence for this current range was the contrast between the decorative and ornate paintings of Klimt and the simple geometry of the painted works of Mondrian, although the pieces have developed to become more about variety of pattern and application of surface design.
This complementary range of pieces is purely decorative in concept - the pieces are repeatable, made to order and are very wearable. These champlevé pieces are Sterling silver and include 18k gold wire and precious stones.
Earrings
Bangles
Rings
This collection from 1998/9 was influenced by found natural forms in combination with colours that linked to the seasons. Pale blues and opalescence for Winter, rich golden hues for Autumn, and delicate mixed ranges of pinks for the petal-like colours of Spring and Summer. Abstracted heart shapes for Valentine's collections were also incorporated into the range. The pieces were made to order as a range of repeatable designs.
The initial concept behind the range was that the natural form of something as simple as a petal or a leaf would become a jewel. Although each piece could be recreated no two pieces were made exactly the same. In nature, objects are the same, but for example, no two leaves would be identical if put together as the seasons colours change.
An attempt was made to capture the essence of each season in a relative colour theme - in nature colours fade and change, but in enamel they are trapped - forever.
Techniques involved were champleve, cloisonné and painted enamel. Pieces are Sterling silver and incorporate 18k gold cloisonné wires, gold foil and semi-precious beads.
Collection
Brooches
Collection
Brooch
Collection
Brooches
Perfume bottle
These pieces were made from 1988 to 1990, leading on from previous works inspired by room interiors whereby images were developed from abstract studies of details. I took a particular interest in Paisley designs - they became a main theme in my work at that time.
Each piece was created as a one-off, and a range of techniques were used. However, the main method was painted enamel. These particular pieces were repoussed to give shape and form, then enamelled. The larger works were riveted to back sections, and then engraved to add emphasis to the edge as part of the overall design and to give a finish to the piece.
Pieces were Sterling silver and had 18k gold cloisonné wire details.
Vessel
Vessel
Brooch
Earrings
Brooch
The initial sources of inspiration for my early pieces were abstract studies of room interiors. In some pieces the objects of inspiration can just about be guessed - for example, glimpses of flying carpets and textiles can be seen. The original source of image however is not apparent in many pieces, as this series became more of an abstract exploration of colour and markmaking.
Painterly dots, dashes and swirls of enamel paint were applied in layers to create a fusion of pattern and shape. The marks made from drawings became more important as an image than the original source, and became included within the piece, or as a pieces in themselves.
Works were one-offs in Sterling silver and incorporated painted enamel with gold cloisonné wire details.
Brooch
Brooch
Cufflinks
Cufflinks
Earrings
Earrings
Brooch
Brooch
Brooch
Brooch
