In designing this pair of hook earrings, artist Ann Welton has attempted to capture the flow of a waterfall. Here at KIN Gallery, we believe Ann is been successful in her resolution of the phenomenon of falling water! Through a process of enamelling with automotive paint, then crimping copper sheet, the outer edge of the sharp V-shaped earrings seemingly flutter with their zig-zagged layers and shimmering white and ice-blue tones. The design is complimented by an innovative hook mechanism in sterling silver that folds as a triangle over the top edge.
Copper, automotive paint, sterling silver hooks
Approximately 50mm from drop.
Dimensions: 9mm x 2.5mm
Ann Welton discovered gold and silver smithing while studying at NMIT. She went on to complete Bachelor of Fine Art (Gold and Silver Smithing) (Honours) at RMIT, which allowed her to extend her exploration of vessel and jewellery making.
Welton describes her work in the following statement, “My works are strongly influenced by growing up in rural communities, with landscapes that reflected a complex interplay of the natural and undisturbed and imposed farming practises. The beauty of these landscapes was often subtle, even unexpected. Colours were muted, variations subtle, but the textures associated with them were strong and distinctive. Consequently, texture has become a driving force in my making because of its power to connect one to place and people.”
