Claire Underwood
I work with silver and gold and enjoy exploring inventive ways of incorporating colour, texture and movement into my designs. Over time I have developed methods of attaching precious gemstone and glass beads in a way that allows them to move, adding a kinetic element to my jewellery. In the past few years I have returned to enamel, realising I can make my own “beads” in the form of tiny hand crafted enamelled silver elements. The movement inherent in these “beads” adds fluidity to my pieces. I enjoy the continuing challenge of working out how to make and attach these elements and want to keep pushing the boundaries of what I believe to be possible. I hope to produce work that displays a unique fusion of craftsmanship and a playful elegance.
