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Through jewellery I am exploring the idea of the volcano: not as a destructive force, but rather as a romanticized metaphor for potential. The volcano is a beautiful and mysterious geographical mass that is eventually unable to contain its glittering and molten interior. It explodes and projects forth a resplendent shower of passionate, fiery beauty that overwhelms all in its path. The pieces themselves are hewn from individual chunks of wax - like landmarks emerging from the heart of the earth. A lava-flow of precious stones, layers of gold and intricate patterning encrusts the surface of each piece. Australian opals are featured - I see them as evocative of the volcano’s midst, with their luminous and blazingly intense core.
Artist Kim Victoria Wearne
Kim Victoria Wearne, Volcano Lover Ring, 2014, 18ct yellow gold, round brilliant cut diamond
Kim Victoria Wearne, Opal Reflection Ring, sterling silver, opal, tourmaline
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About the Artist Designer Kim Victoria Wearne draws inspiration from the volcano: not as a destructive force, but rather as a romanticized metaphor for potential. The volcano is a beautiful and mysterious geographical mass that is eventually unable to contain its glittering and molten interior. It explodes and projects forth a resplendent shower of passionate, fiery beauty that overwhelms all in its path. The jewellery pieces are lost wax cast, reminiscent of landmasses that emerge from the heart of the earth. A lava-flow of precious stones and enigmatic opals nestle amongst Kim's signature rocky carvings and intricate engravings.
