A Thousand Facets

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Fraser Hamilton Apr 27, 2023

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A thousand facets sits with Fraser Hamilton and talk about his upbringing in Scotland, his passion for movies, basketball and being a maker. What being in the bench means to him and the wonderful symbolisms his jewelry carries.

About Fraser:

Born in the Highlands of Scotland, Fraser Hamilton studied silversmithing and jewellery at The Glasgow School of Art, Hiko Mizuno College of Jewelry, Tokyo and finally the RCA in London. Casting elements of the human form in precious metal, he uses the body as landscape, playing with our cognitive understanding of scale to create monolithic sculptures in miniature, that simultaneously channel antiquity and popular culture. Often clutching uncommon cuts of precious gems, the hand, a symbol of creation and discovery, is a recurring motif within the designs.
Carved from wax and then cast in gold and silver, Fraser's signature collections feature the sunken signet rings, Reclining Nude rings, Hand pendants and rings as well as his more recent mask pendants. The iteration of the hand has the twin narratives of heartfelt, sentimental gesture and allegorical discovery of the precious, with the gem within the sunken signet, seemingly in the process of being dug from the ground. With a medieval, almost pagan grittiness, Fraser's jewellery, layered with symbolism and meaning, form an intriguing collection of contemporary totems.

You can follow Fraser Hamilton on Instagram @fraserhamiltonjewellery and visit his website https://www.fraserhamiltonjewellery.com/

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Shivani Chorwadia Apr 13, 2023

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A thousand facets sits with Shivani Chorwadia to talk about her British/Indian roots, the inspiration her cultural background plays in her work and just their affinity for all things beautiful!

“ADORNING BODIES WITH OBJECTS CREATED USING OUR HANDS; ROOTED IN IDENTITY, SELF-EXPRESSION AND CONNECTION. THIS IS WHAT JEWELLERY MEANS TO ME.”

With a curiosity to explore dualities existing within contemporary visual culture, traditional artisanship + technical innovation, Shivani Chorwadia creates sculptural fine jewellery expressing the tension between a modern minimalist aesthetic and the richness found in her British Indian bicultural heritage. She is pushed by a desire to uncover what lies at the boundaries where the classic and unorthodox meet.

Shivani established her studio practice in 2007 after graduating with a degree in Silversmithing. By merging precision hand metalworking skills with the utility of technology, the studio explores challenging questions within the space of luxury, sustainable production and ethical consumption; as it relates to a wider global context.

“My mission is to make jewellery that breathes creativity and a celebration of ourselves into the everyday ritual of dressing our bodies.”

You can follow Shivani Chorwadia on Instagram @shivanichorwadia and visit her website https://www.shivanichorwadia.com/

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Annabel Davidson Mar 30, 2023

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A thousand facets sits down with Vanity Fair editor Annabel Davidson. They discuss how she started her career as a writer, how her passion for jewelry, shiny things started and how ethical practices has become a priority in her articles! Even though they come from completely different backgrounds, they all share a true love for jewelry, which is shown in this conversation!

Annabel Davidson is editor of Vanity Fair on Jewellery, a special issue of Vanity Fair produced annually in the United Kingdom. She is also the jewelry expert for Telegraph Luxury and a contributor for Vogue.co.uk. She has also contributed to British Vogue, Robb Report, and The New York Times.Davidson is one of the founders of the Jewellery Futures Fund, a nonprofit addressing racial inequality in jewelry. She is also a jewelry partner for the Fashion Minority Alliance, in which she mentors designers from minority backgrounds.

You can follow Annabel Davidson on Instagram @annabel_davidson_yeah and read her wonderful articles in vanity fair, financial times among others.

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Liz Kantner Mar 16, 2023

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A thousand facets talks to marketing expert and jewelry spokeswoman Liz Kantner about the beginning of her career in marketing, how she found a community in the jewelry industry and how she has made the Stay Gold Collective the best vehicle for artists to find their place in the jewelry world.

Liz Kantner’s true passion is working with independent jewelry artists to help them thrive in the modern marketplace.

While not an artist herself, Liz has the utmost appreciation for fine jewelry makers and loves to work one-on-one with her clients to help them tell their authentic stories and achieve success. She particularly enjoys the opportunity to work with emerging designers who have unique vision and a contagious passion for the work they create.

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Alex Monroe Mar 02, 2023

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A thousand facets sits with British jeweler Alex Monroe and they discuss his upbringing in Suffolk, how he was the tinker of the group

during his childhood, moving to London where he found his community and how his jewelry started.

Jeweller Alex Monroe grew up in the 1970’s Suffolk countryside in an old, crumbling house surrounded by wild, tangled nature. He enjoyed a childhood rich with freedom and imagination - roaming through fields, forests and rivers and constantly crafting all sorts of interesting (and sometimes mildly dangerous) tools and inventions to accompany him on his adventures!

Training at the School of Art, Architecture and Design in London, Alex unexpectedly turned his hand to the craft of jewellery - and released his first collection in 1987 to critical acclaim. His intention was to produce excellent quality pieces, originally designed, made by hand and well priced. This was jewellery made to be worn, made to be loved and made to be treasured - values which remain unchanged to this day!

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You can find Alex 's work at: https://www.alexmonroe.com/

or visit his Instagram page @alexmonroejewellery

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Ellis Mhairi Cameron Feb 16, 2023

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Ellis Mhairi Cameron sits with A thousand facets and talk about her Scottish upbringing, her name

and how the terrain in Scotland has influenced the colors and textures of her jewelry.

From Ellis:

All of my jewellery stems from an interest in how our identities are influenced by our specific locations and how this forms social heritage. Throughout history, regardless of country or continent, ancient cultures have adorned their bodies. A focus of my research is exploring the reasoning behind why we wear jewellery and the symbolism and sentiment that a piece of jewellery can hold.

Since inception, I have focused on creating sculptural gold jewellery. I use traditional techniques and hand skills, such as hand carving and casting, to give my pieces their signature erosive aesthetic. To ensure accountability, every piece is created in my London studio, from recycled gold and traceable diamonds. Entirely made by hand, my work carries small intricacies as uniquely rich as the land which inspires it.

At the foundation of my brand is a belief in the beauty of imperfection, hand craftsmanship and a desire to provide clients with beautifully made fine jewellery, that can be handed down through the generations.

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You can find Ellis Mhairi 's work at: https://www.ellismhairicameron.com/

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Max Danger Feb 02, 2023

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Award winning Danish artist Max Danger sits down with A thousand facets on this candid conversation about growing up in Denmark, where did the name Max Danger

came about, his jewelry education and what he thinks of Trevor Noah.

Trained a fine jeweller from Copenhagen and with a MA in Jewellery and Metal from the prestigious Royal College of Art in London, Danger started up his own brand Danger Jewels.

His love for precious metals, gemstones and his meticulous attention to detail is projected into the work along with his life long passion for illustrating.

The MA at The Royal College of Art was spent perfecting ways to integrate these passions and making them work in symbioses. His pieces are inspired by contemporary journeys and narratives, combined with a vivid imagination.

Growing up reading comic books and later finding the Copenhagen suburban street scene, Dangers practice delivers highpolished edgey contemporary pieces made with a respect for the traditional virtues within jewellery.

Amongst his achievements is the Theo Fennell Award for Overall Excellence and the Best New Design Award from the Worshipful Goldsmiths Company in Great Britain.

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You can find Max Danger 's work at: https://www.dangerjewels.com/max-danger

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Intro Jan 19, 2023

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On this episode, A thousand facets will introduce the podcast and answer some of the questions sent on the instagram stories.

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Judy Geib Jan 18, 2023

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On this episode, we are talking to the fabulous Judy Geib , jewelry extraordinaire who has inspired the world of jewelry with her whimsical art and

her fearless approach to jewelry. We'll be discussing the beginning of her career, her inspirations and some of the wonderful stories

that make her work truly one of a kind!

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You can find Judy Geib's work at: http://judygeib.com/

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