This thoughtful ridged section necklace in copper with amazing patina and enamel represents the way the artsit focuses on texture in her work to attempt to make jewellery more inclusive and meaningful for people with a visual impairment. It has hidden Braille messages throughout.
It measures approx 90cm without a clasp so can be easily slipped on overhead.
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.
“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.”
~Ann Welton
