A CONTEMPORARY EXPLORATION INTO ANCIENT JEWELLERY DESIGN
Captivating hordes of gold jewellery found in museums influence the forms and materials in Cameron & Breen’s curious jewellery collections. Recycled Yellow gold and silver is cast from wax that has been carved and manipulated by hand, proudly displaying the beautiful marks of traditional handmade design. Ancient stone carvings adorned with rhythmical pattern and curious figures inspire the unique hand engraved motifs.
Rock crystals set over engraved scenes are used as a ‘looking glass’ into the jewellery. When worn the view inside the rock crystal blinks in and out of view enhancing the curiosity of each piece. Colourful gemstones including earthy emeralds and fiery mandarin garnets influenced by the colour palette of local moorlands and flora are held in heavy beaten gold.
A combination of Laura’s self-taught wax carving skills and Martin’s professional stone setting talents, leads each piece of jewellery to pass through each of their hands several times before it is finished, creating an intriguing and beguiling collection of jewellery, which holds a unique amalgamation of contemporary ideas and traditional skills to adorn the body.
