Having had a lifelong affinity for jewellery, I discovered my passion for jewellery making later in life. Originally studying fine art and photography (both disciplines which have influenced my work) I took a taster course in jewellery making and soon realised that I had discovered my true calling! I studied for a City and Guilds in jewellery making, and after some time off to start a family I set up this shop to start selling my work. I enjoy experimenting with contrasts, mixing silver and gold, satin and polished finishes and different textures on metal. I work mainly in silver, gold and semi-precious gems and use traditional metal working techniques such as piercing, wax carving and Kuem Boo (the ancient Korean art of fusing 24 carat gold foil) as well as working with modern materials such as acrylics and epoxy resins. I am very influenced by the jewellery of the ancient world as well as the natural world around me. In all my work I strive for simplicity, paring down line and form to create elegant and understated jewellery that is simple and beautiful to wear. Clarity of design and the best possible ex*****on are my key goals. My hope is that the pieces will enhance the way you look, rather than draw attention to themselves. It gives me a great pleasure to see that many of the people who bought a piece, return for more.
