THE SENSE OF BEAUTY is a digital jewellery gallery founded in the Netherlands to showcase the work of independent designers. It offers a curated line-up of handcrafted jewellery, selected to inspire emotions, and celebrate individuality.
Read MoreClodagh Molloy lives in Dublin, Ireland and completed both her Bachelor of Design and Masters studies at the National College of Art and Design, Dublin, Ireland. Annika Ingelaere (° 1971) lives with her husband and 2 sons in Ertvelde, Belgium. She graduated as a Master in graphic design and later in jewellery design. She is a teacher at the Kunstacademie Eeklo and also an independent designer.
Read MoreBucharest 2023 - The last five years
Retrospective and prospective. An overview of the last five years of creating and making.
Bucharest 2023. Looking at the evolution of my inspiration and the way how to transform it into jewelry with a meaning and a questioning about (and for) the future.
Although defined as a container, they are so much more for me. They are objects full of possibilities, and the most important and precious thing is what they can contain. We can fill them with life, hope, protection and care. I wear a vessel as a talisman. That not only protects me, but also gives me perspective and reminds me of what really matters in life.
Read More"Queen of Trash" is an invitation to find beauty in dull circumstances. As it's made mostly of discarded materials, the collection focuses on creativity as a means to turn around unvalued belongings and on uplifting one's state of mind by using bright colors (as opposed to the dim ambiance created by the abundance of trash).
Read More“In the earliest Sumerian writings, the Anunnaki were descendants of An and Ki, the god of the heavens and the goddess of the earth. They were a group of deities of the ancient Sumerians, Akkadians, Assyrians and Babylonians, who lived on the planet Nibiru. Nibiru collided catastrophically with Tiamat, located between Mars and Jupiter. Tiamat split in two. Nibiru struck one part on a second pass, which became the asteroid belt.
Read MoreThe word 無常; impermanence is used. It says that what is now will not last forever. Indeed, a long time has passed in this catharsis. During that time, I have had the opportunity to think about the human organism and how art is related to humans and important for their lives.
Read MoreMolded pieces of resin were cut into layers, revealing their inner hidden construction. The final synthesis is reflecting memories, thoughts and feelings coming from beloved landscapes and countryside surroundings.
Read MoreMicroworlds is one of my favorite topics to work with. We often forget about the existence of microscopic beings.
Read MoreThis collection is a reflection on escapism when life isn’t how we would hope it to be. I grew up with my nose in a book, enthralled by the worlds and characters contained within the pages, and wishing I could step into their realm without looking back. I wanted to create souvenirs from those fairytales and daydreams to take back into this one, to infuse a little bit of wonder into mundanity.
Read MoreI am taking you under the sea, where mosses, seaweeds, anemones and sea urchins mingle to form a sumptuous lush garden. This beauty hides a large and rich biodiversity.
Read MoreThrough colors our life is a perpetual journey! They are all around us and they modelate us almost without realizing it. Colors intertwine with emotions and influence our reason and behavior.
Read MoreMy work is rooted in the formal traditions of metalsmithing and enameling. I am drawn to the lines and shapes found in nature as well as architecture. I create objects that reflect on elements from everyday life. I enjoy using cloisonne techniques to transform designs into small vignettes made of metal and glass.
Read MoreI am fascinated with architectural sites in progress and for many years I have documented in and around them. My work takes these monumental experiences I have witnessed and introduces them to the body. The simultaneous chaos and order of architectural sites in flux draws me in, insisting that I investigate further.
Read MoreMy theme is about a childhood fantasy of skies, with an idea of reproducing childhood naivety. The fantasy symbolizes my curiosity about nature, the universe, as a child, while providing a beautiful sky unique to myself in the complex world of adults.
Read MoreTopography is a scientific discipline that studies surface features on the Earth's surface. The Topography jewelry collection playfully develops this theme on a jewelry scale. He emphasizes surface textures and plays with shapes evoking views of the landscape.
Read MoreIntroducing our new collection of hand-crafted jewelry, inspired by the concept of "wrong." In a world where conformity is often the norm, we hope that our jewelry inspires people to embrace their uniqueness and break down the barriers that society may impose.
Read MoreFinding yourself never ends and a reward happens only so often... Proverbial 'stepping out of the comfort zone' and 'exploring the world' might offer marginal temporary relief while internal dialogue keeps continuing and major answers are still to come. In the new series of works, an appeal to life in extreme heat as an existential symbol is revealed.
Read MoreSince young Mina Tafazoli was fascinated by the ancient craft of mirror work found in old mosques or historical buildings. The magic of light and reflections together with the unique patterns always left her mesmerized. Every time she would visit an old aristocratic house or a mosque, she was so impressed with the striking interiors that she wanted to take a piece of this beauty and sparkle with her back home and always carry it with her.
Read MoreThe "In Between" jewelry collection offers a profound exploration of the concept of "home" from the perspective of the artist, who has spent over eight years as an expat in Germany. This deeply personal collection delves into the intricate facets of "home" – its physical, emotional, and comforting dimensions.
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