“Dormante”

My final collection “Dormante” looks into my fictional underwater realm that
acts as a refuge and a platform to address personal mental reflection.
This world spawned from my experiences growing up
between Scotland and Barbados, I found inspiration in my diverse
surroundings, shaping a unique sense of place that transcends the geographical
borders of my two homes. In particular, the lack of diversity and acceptance in
my Scottish village led me to envision and create a fictional underwater realm,
somewhere where I feel free from the perceptions and constraints of our
reality.
Exploration of practical experiences, in addition to honing technical
Jewellery/Silversmithing techniques and modern 3D printing as a jeweller, I
have imbued my creations with the essence of my upbringing, to evolve my
memories and experiences into more fictional narratives. I aim to bring them
to life through physical, interactive, tactile artifacts and fantasy stories.
In essence, my work as an art jeweller embodies lived experiences, sensory
wonders, and the transformative power of storytelling. This collection signifies
an ongoing journey of self-discovery and commitment to challenging
perceptions while fostering an understanding of personal and environmental
complexities.