School of Design Silversmithing & Jewellery
Yosef Salihmurad

Works

Regular Irregularity
My collection, Regular Irregularity, explores the tension between imposed stereotypes and the personal journey of navigating, adapting, and reclaiming space within those constraints.
As an artist of Iranian heritage, I have often felt the impact of western medias portrayal of my culture, which can create a sense of alienation and hesitation in unfamiliar spaces. This experience informs my work, driving me to create pieces that invite curiosity and connection. I want my designs to captivate viewers, draw them in and encourage meaningful engagement.
My jewellery is deeply inspired by the cultural and symbolic role of the Persian carpet – a space for rest, nourishment, and storytelling. Through my work, I aim to translate this sense of communal gathering into tangible forms. I hope those who wear my pieces carry with them a quiet invitation for dialogue, however brief, sparking moments of connection.