METRO
19 July 2005
EXHIBITION
Follow Me
We
take for granted that the work of any designer will have something
that sets it apart. But we rarely examine the process that takes
a craftsperson from initial inspiration to the production of pieces
with the stamp of a particular identity. This show of work by seven
jewellers and metalsmiths showcases that progression. As well as
the works on display, the gallery is filled with the recorded sounds
and images of each of the featured designers working.
Yoko Izawa draws on her work as a packaging designer in Japan to
develop a wrapping technique that uses hand-dyed, knitted nylon
to cover objects (pictured). Her jewellery has an ambiguous, enigmatic
feel despite the bright colours and enticing shapes.
The simple, almost barbaric shapes of Dot Sims' dramatic neckpieces,
bangles and rings are influenced by the Fife coastline where she
lives. Her pieces are shaped in waves, with strong, fluid lines
that reflect the sea's elemental power.
Fiona Cameron's enamelled silver jewellery reflects the physical
process of battering metal into shape; other influences in her work
are the forms and shapes of her Scottish homeland.
Light relief comes from Cathy Miles' wallpieces, made from snippets:
of found objects, conversation and observation. These make their
way into funny, grumpy pieces in which bad-tempered birds give vent
to very human frustrations.
Tina Jackson
Tomorrow until Oct 2, Kath Libbert Jewellery, Salts Mill, Victoria
Road, Saltaire, Mon to Fri. 10am to 5.30pm, Sat and Sun 1 Dam to
6pm, free.
Tel: 01274599790.
