Colour and Gems

Saturday 4th July – 26th September 2009

Gail Klevan

‘A marvellous selection of work vibrant in colour and rich with sumptuous gems.’

Clare Austen
Ian Simm and Debby Moxon Karen Morrison Heather Fox Melanie Tomlinson
Lesley Strickland Brooch

Colour section: Ten designers take part in this bright and colourful exhibition whereby different materials and techniques have been employed to create striking pieces of contemporary jewellery.

Featuring organically shaped acrylic jewellery by Sarah Lindsay, bold acrylic work by Gail Klevan, screen printed tin jewellery by Melanie Tomlinson, quirky felt jewellery by Lynsey Walters, sophisticated heat coloured titanium jewellery by Debby Moxon and Iain Simm, bold geometric shaped designs by Claire Austin, powder coated steel jewellery creating a layered look by Heather Fox, anodised aluminium jewellery by Penny Warren, vibrant aluminium using natural forms by Marion Barclay and beautifully smooth and matt textured cellulose acetate jewellery by Lesley Strickland.

Marion Barclay Lynsey Walters Penny Warren

Gem Section: A further five designers showcase their sumptuous jewellery whereby precious and semi-precious stones are featured in their designs.  Each jeweller creates a unique collection of striking work which when showcased together makes for a highly intriguing and dazzling display.  Featuring work by Louise O’Neill, Jane Macintosh, Catherine Mannheim, Karen Morrison and Monica Boxley.

Louise O'Neill Jane Macintosh Catherine Mannheim

Also featuring fantastic wall pieces by Ruth Waller creating playful and interactive 3-dimensional effects using felt balls in colourful compositions.

Photographs of the Exhibition

Susan Nemeth Susan Nemeth Susan Nemeth

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