Mermaid Neckpiece
Mermaid Neckpiece
A very unusual neckpiece, inspired by the ocean. Long pieces of sea bamboo interspersed with pearls, and three organic shapes made from sterling silver. There is a chain fastening which ensures that the neckpiece can sit close to the neck or looser if preferred, and will fit all sizes.
Sea bamboo is a natural underwater organism typically found in the south seas and the Philippines.
It can be gathered on beaches or harvested, and when dead it is stark white. It is often dyed in shades of orange or red to resemble coral. Sea bamboo is sold at international gem fairs and Its import and sales are totally legal.
Good design is the most important element I aim to feature in my work – that, plus colour and texture. I spend a lot of time hunting out good stone merchants who can provide me with unusual cuts of stones, and I would say these are my unique selling point. Usually I will only make one or two of any particular design, hence people really are buying unique pieces of art work. I like to use textured stones – rough crystals, unusual corals and pearls, lava and ammonites are all materials I incorporate in my work. I also use a number of techniques to create interesting surfaces, including etching, reticulation and even the ancient Etruscan art of granulation. Necklaces are my signature pieces, although I also do an interesting line in unusual earrings and finger rings.
