Bow Tie - Complete

 

Artist statement:

I decided to vary my research options on the Art Deco Period and instead of using the usual boring long – standing research methods, I opted for a much more enjoyable and relaxing technique.  I watched the movie, ‘The Great Gatsby’, which in my opinion, best captures, describe and portray the essence ofthis Art Deco Period.  This movie pays special attention to the flamboyant architecture, fashion and jewellery of this period.

Watching the movie for the second time, through the eyes of an Artist made me more aware of things I didn’t pay too much of attention to the first time around.  What really grabbed my attention this time around was that throughout the movie, there was the constant use of symmetrical geometric shapes in their architecture and clothes.  The bow tie was a major fashion accessory in men’s style during that period. It signified style, fashion and was also a symbol of status and wealth.

This inspired me to design a piece that was different but also spelt style, status and fashion.  The shape of my piece was inspired by a sculptural form which I created earlier in the year, towards my B-Tech.

Experimentation

 

I have created another ring to experiment with. I have doubled the distance between each hole as well as created a very bumpy random texture using a rubber wheel. I am not happy with the turnout of the 'lacy' bit, and  perhaps I should make the gap a little smaller instead. I found the random texture really cool as in my opinion it gives one the illusion of the possibility of being able to tighten the ring using the lace. I am toying with the idea of adding colour to ring to contrast the lace. The silver wire isn't giving me the desired effect that I seek.

Problem Solving

 

Following my previous post, I addressed the issue I had regarding the usability of lace, which frayed and got loose after a very short amount of time, by using wire. I have drawn 0.30mm sterling silver wire and threaded them to replace the red lace. I soldered the wire to the ring, which made the ends appear a lot neater. However after doing all this I feel that the gaps between the holes should be larger. 

Lets get started!

 

Sculptural Ring

Better late than never, over the next two years I am working as an apprentice at Vijay Shah Jewellers as well as studying part time towards my B-tech in jewellery design and manufacture. I am hoping to improve my skills in manufacturing as well as learn different techniques in which I am able to incorporate into my Btech work. Completely mind boggled on how to begin manufacturing jewellery towards my Btech, I decided to carry on from where I stopped last year.