The beauty of the vessel symbolises the layers and ‘silver lining’ that can eventuate from negative experiences.
Artist Statement
This work is a new development into how we process, store and transform traumatic experiences in our lives. The main element is a pebble form, a container to act in a similar way as a worry stone. A physical space, a receptacle to aid in the transformation of challenging events that become part of our lives. A private piece to be worn in the pocket.
The print and pin accompany the piece to act as a visual signifier to be worn if desired. To open conversation, to aid in processing and discussion. The paper will wear and deteriorate over time, just like the events or situations that become covered in life as it continues around you.
The enamel process requires the application of multiple layers of powdered glass. It can be transparent or opaque. The surface stoned back to reveal the underneath.
The language and process mimic our emotional self and our journey towards healing. The beauty of the vessel symbolises the layers and “silver lining” that can eventuate from negative experiences.
Biography
Claire is a contemporary artist, who makes both exhibition and custom jewellery. Claire lives and works in the Perth Hills and is heavily influenced by the surrounding bushland. She uses a vast array of techniques to explore mark making and to develop a narrative with her work, commenting and observing on the ways we interact with each other and our natural world.
Connect
Instagram: @clairetownsenddesign
list of works
Group A
1
Worry Stone series
2024
Copper, Sterling silver 24ct gold
Vitreous enamel
40x20x15mm
$680
2
Golden Lining Pendant
2024
Copper, 9 and 24ct gold
60x25x10mm
Chain length 60cm
$510
3
Golden Lining brooch
2024
Fine silver, 24ct gold, stainless steel
Vitreous enamel
40x20x10mm
$620
4
Golden Lining brooch
2024
Fine silver, 24ct gold, stainless steel
Vitreous enamel
40x20x10mm
$620
5
Worry Stone series
2024
Fine and sterling silver, 24ct gold
Vitreous enamel
30x20x15mm
$720
6
Silver pebble blank
NFS
7
Golden Lining Ring
2024
Ring size ‘O’
Sterling silver, 24ct gold
Vitreous enamel
$460
8
Silver Linings Pendant
2024
Fine and sterling silver
Cloisonne enamel
40x20x10mm
Chain length 44cm
$820
Group B
1
XL worry stone
2023
Copper, sterling silver
Vitreous enamel
140x80x40mm
$1000
2
Worry Ring
2024
Fine and sterling silver
Vitreous enamel
Ring size ‘P1/2’
$460
3
Grevillia Brooch
2023
Fine and sterling silver
Vitreous enamel
50x60x20mm
$800
4
Cyanotype print
NFS
5
Grevillia pendant
2021
Copper, sterling silver
Vitreous enamel
60x30x15mm
Chain length 80cm
$750
Group C
1
Pebble
NFS
2
Worry Stone series
2024
Fine and sterling silver
Cloisonne enamel
40x20x10mm
$720
3
Worry Stone series
2024
Fine and sterling silver
Cloisonne enamel
40x20x10mm
$720
4
Worry stone series
2022
Copper and Sterling silver
Vitreous enamel
25x25x10mm
$650
5
Worry Stone brooch
2024
Copper, sterling silver
Vitreous enamel
40x30x10mm
$520
6
Pebble
NFS
7
Cyanotype Print
NFS
8
Worry stone brooch
2024
NFS
Group D
1
Store:Process:Transform
Pebble form
2023
Fine and sterling silver
Vitreous enamel
30x15x10mm
$720
2
Cyanotype Print
NFS
3
Worry Ring
2024
Sterling silver
Vitreous enamel
Size ‘L’
$420
Group E
1
Store:Process:Transform
Pebble form
2023
Fine and sterling silver
Vitreous enamel
30x15x10mm
$650
2
Cast silver eucalyptus flower
NFS
3
Worry Stone brooch
2024
Copper, sterling silver, St steel
Vitreous enamel
35x20x10mm
$520
4
Cyanotype print
NFS
5
Copper sample
NFS
6
Copper and silver sample
NFS
Group F
1
Copper sample
NFS
2
Worry stone series
Box and brooch
2024
Silver, St steel
Vitreous enamel
40x25x10mm
$620
3
Cast silver watsonia seed
NFS
4
Worry Stone brooch
2022
NFS
Group G
1
Forrest for the trees brooch
2024
Fine and sterling silver
Vitreous enamel
35x20x10mm
$540
2
Drawing
NFS
3
Forrest for the trees brooch
2024
Fine and sterling silver
Vitreous enamel
35x20x10mm
$540
4
Silver Pin
NFS
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