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A Dance with Metal: Morvarid Alavifard’s Journey Through Making and Self-Expression

Posted by Rae Gellel on

Multidisciplinary artist and silversmith Morvarid Alavifard channels her liberation through metalwork. Born in Tehran and now in Sheffield, her practice deeply explores self-expression, particularly significant for women in Iran. A Royal College of Art graduate, her latest collection features hand-raised silver bowls, intricately engraved to reflect light and life, inspired by Iranian palace murals. Recognized at Shine 2024 for her talent, Morvarid blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary art.

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A Dance with Metal: Morvarid Alavifard’s Journey Through Making and Self-Expression

Posted by Rae Gellel on

Multidisciplinary artist and silversmith Morvarid Alavifard channels her liberation through metalwork. Born in Tehran and now in Sheffield, her practice deeply explores self-expression, particularly significant for women in Iran. A Royal College of Art graduate, her latest collection features hand-raised silver bowls, intricately engraved to reflect light and life, inspired by Iranian palace murals. Recognized at Shine 2024 for her talent, Morvarid blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary art.

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Adding the Finishing Touch: Mim Best’s Creative Journey of Jewellery, Animation and Artistic Passion

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Mim Best's creative journey began with a chance magazine ad, leading to her first jewellery job with designer Diana Porter. Over 25 years, she worked on projects like Aardman Animation's "Curse of the Were-Rabbit" and creating accessories for PJ Harvey, but her passion for jewellery remained constant. Her new collection, The Finishing Touch, debuts at Shine 2024, featuring handcrafted pieces inspired by heirlooms and ancient treasures.

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Adding the Finishing Touch: Mim Best’s Creative Journey of Jewellery, Animation and Artistic Passion

Posted by Rae Gellel on

Mim Best's creative journey began with a chance magazine ad, leading to her first jewellery job with designer Diana Porter. Over 25 years, she worked on projects like Aardman Animation's "Curse of the Were-Rabbit" and creating accessories for PJ Harvey, but her passion for jewellery remained constant. Her new collection, The Finishing Touch, debuts at Shine 2024, featuring handcrafted pieces inspired by heirlooms and ancient treasures.

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Introducing Atacama: Maria Manola Toro's Collection Inspired by Chile’s Desert Beauty

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Read the story behind the Atacama collection by Chilean designer Maria Manola, inspired by the Atacama desert's breathtaking landscapes. This fine jewellery line features yellow gold rings, pendants, and earrings with earthy gemstones, geometric shapes, and textured milgrain.

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Introducing Atacama: Maria Manola Toro's Collection Inspired by Chile’s Desert Beauty

Posted by Rae Gellel on

Read the story behind the Atacama collection by Chilean designer Maria Manola, inspired by the Atacama desert's breathtaking landscapes. This fine jewellery line features yellow gold rings, pendants, and earrings with earthy gemstones, geometric shapes, and textured milgrain.

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Mastering Minimalism: Lucy Anderson's Journey in Contemporary Jewellery Design

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Lucy Anderson’s minimalist jewellery designs exemplify a refined blend of geometric precision and artistic playfulness. Emerging from a hobby into a celebrated brand, Lucy’s creations are known for their large, sculptural forms and mathematical rigor, often developed on vintage graph paper.

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Mastering Minimalism: Lucy Anderson's Journey in Contemporary Jewellery Design

Posted by Rae Gellel on

Lucy Anderson’s minimalist jewellery designs exemplify a refined blend of geometric precision and artistic playfulness. Emerging from a hobby into a celebrated brand, Lucy’s creations are known for their large, sculptural forms and mathematical rigor, often developed on vintage graph paper.

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Shifting the Focus: Lois Lo’s Innovative Approach to Gemstone Setting in Jewellery Design

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Jeweller and Central Saint Martins graduate Lois Lo reimagines traditional gemstone settings by highlighting overlooked facets, revealing their hidden depths and intricate play of light. Influenced by her background in product development and architecture, her style has evolved from industrial aesthetics to the elegance of the Art Deco movement.

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Shifting the Focus: Lois Lo’s Innovative Approach to Gemstone Setting in Jewellery Design

Posted by Rae Gellel on

Jeweller and Central Saint Martins graduate Lois Lo reimagines traditional gemstone settings by highlighting overlooked facets, revealing their hidden depths and intricate play of light. Influenced by her background in product development and architecture, her style has evolved from industrial aesthetics to the elegance of the Art Deco movement.

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