COLOUR ENTRANT RENEE HUDSON FEATHER AND STONE Description A peacock feature pendant surrounded by pink and bluesapphires, emeralds and diamonds. A pear shaped diamond sits atop the setting. MotivationThe jeweller was inspired by the simple beauty of colouredgemstones and a peacock feather connected by the ancient art of jewellery making. Materials 18ct white + rose gold Sapphires + emeralds + diamonds + peacock feather 50
marie claire People's Choice Award Finalist CAD/CAM/CAST WINNER ROBERTO MATTEI51
CAD/CAM/CAST WINNER CONTACT Description An 18ct white + rose gold dress ring set with a central diamond suspended over a concave round surface. Motivation This ring was made to attract attention. The unique, highlygeometrical shape recalls the art of Anish Kapoor. The ring is similar to a satellite antenna that demands ‘contact’. Materials 18ct white + rose gold Diamonds 52
CAD/CAM/CAST FINALIST MAURICIO MONTENEGROAURORADescriptionAn 18ct white gold diamond ring featuring a contoured lowcluster of tapered baguette diamonds encircling a 1.00ctbrilliant cut diamond suspended by hidden claws.MotivationThis piece was inspired by the Sacred Geometry (FibonacciPattern) which was used to create ‘Aurora’. Dawn as a metaphor;pushing boundaries towards a promising future.Materials18ct white goldWhite diamonds53
CAD/CAM/CAST FINALIST SAN YOUNG 'KUSI' KIM NATURAL MECHANISM Description Two sterling silver rings designed in a 3D CAD programinspired by dandelion flowers. It was printed and then cast in silver with the individual components assembled by hand. Motivation The artist admires the complicated geometry of organicstructures found in nature. She believes everything has been created in perfect order. Materials Sterling silver Champagne diamond + Pearl 54
CAD/CAM/CAST ENTRANT MARK BROWNTAKE FLIGHTDescriptionA 9ct white and yellow gold feather pendant which can be worneither horizontal or vertically.MotivationThe maker admires feathers as an incredible creation of nature.This piece is a tribute to the complexity of shapes, colours,sizes, textures and patterns found in feathers.Materials9ct yellow + white goldChampagne diamondsYellow + orange sapphires.55
CAD/CAM/CAST ENTRANT JEREMY FLEMING DAUGHTERS INSPIRATION Description Platinum and 18ct rose gold ruby and diamond ring. Set with one heart shaped ruby, pave set with white diamonds. Motivation The makers two daughters wanted him to create aspecial piece using the heart shaped ruby they long admired. Materials Platinum 18ct rose gold Ruby Diamonds 56
CONTEMPORARY NON-PRECIOUS WINNER KIRRA-LEA CAYNES57
CONTEMPORARY NON-PRECIOUS WINNER ALABASTRA DescriptionA statement necklace featuring iridescent titanium and blackened copper butterfly wings on intertwining wooden vines accented by copper blossoms set with fresh water pearls. Motivation The challenge of making something beautiful and bespoke from non-precious materials Materials Copper + titanium Wood Freshwater pearls Varnish + nail polish + boot polish 58
CONTEMPORARY NON-PRECIOUS FINALIST CLAIRE TOWNSENDPAST PATTERNSDescriptionA steel plate ring textured using a Korean inlay process called'Ibsa'. 24ct gold is inlayed into the steel surface using a chiseland a hammer.MotivationThe marker was inspired by her grandmother's embroiderydesigns. This ring honours her commitment to the craft bymimicking her patterns in the jewellery making process.Materials18ct yellow gold + 24ct yellow goldSterling silver + mild steel59
CONTEMPORARY NON-PRECIOUS FINALIST PETER KEEP UNTITLED Description The centre piece features a titanium hollow ball encircled with a silver palladium diamond rings. The ball runs freely inside the cocoon that swivels on the hollow bail. MotivationThis piece is inspired by the concept of metamorphosis. The various elements constantly change shape and colour as they move. Materials Titanium + steel + leather + silver/palladium Diamonds 60
1ST + 2ND YEAR /STUDENT APPRENTICE WINNER TOMOMI OTOBE61
1ST + 2ND YEAR /STUDENT APPRENTICE WINNER MORNING DEW DescriptionA sterling silver open loop ring gilt with gold leaf and set with a white Akoya pearl. Motivation The ring was made to represent the morning dew that pools on leaves in the morning sun. Materials Sterling silver 24ct gold leaf Akoya pearl 62
1ST + 2ND YEAR /STUDENT APPRENTICE FINALIST ERIN PEARCEUNBALANCED SYMMETRYDescriptionA hollow form reverse drop pendant with Australian sapphirebeams set in 9ct yellow gold.MotivationThe maker was inspired by the sleek, elegant designs of the mid-century Modernists, The clean lines of the central gold formoffset by the blue-green sapphires create a sense of balance.Materials9ct yellow goldAustralian sapphires9ct yellow gold machine made omega chain.63
1ST + 2ND YEAR /STUDENT APPRENTICE FINALIST JANESSA LAWSON HJORTHORN DescriptionA Nordic inspired neck-piece with articulated links holding a centre piece of Lapis Lazuli set with sapphires. The obverse of the centre Lapis piece features a bird. Motivation The maker was inspired by the wild reindeer seen on her travels in Scandinavia; especially Sweden. Materials Sterling silver Australian sapphires Lapis lazuli 64
1ST + 2ND YEAR /STUDENT APPRENTICE FINALIST RYAN KITCHENSTABILITY OF THE MINDDescriptionA silver skull ring with interchangeable bezels and a hiddeninter-locking anchor ring. The matching skull anchor earringsalso feature interchangeable bezels.MotivationThe piece was motivated by a desire to make men's jewelleryappealing and versatile. The anchors signify stability whilethe bezels promote choice for the wearer.Materials9ct rose gold + Sterling silverBlue sapphires + Rhodolite garnets + white sapphires.65
1ST + 2ND YEAR /STUDENT APPRENTICE ENTRANT LUCIENNE BARRETT COURAGE Description A large ring of blackened sterling silver serpents entangling an orange citrine stone held proudly by 9ct yellow gold claws. MotivationThis piece was designed to be a testament to understated beauty; the first shoots of new growth after a devastating bushfire or a sunbeam setting Autumn leaves aglow after a thunderstorm. Materials 9ct yellow gold Sterling silver Citrine 66
1ST + 2ND YEAR /STUDENT APPRENTICEENTRANT LEAIRE FORDHAM BLUE EYE OF AFRICA Description A 9ct white gold pendant featuring a blue tanzanite. The stone is held in a 4 claw setting which sits between two curved pieces of white gold. Motivation The pendant design draws upon the stones' African origin and the Egyptian symbol called the 'Eye of Horus'. Materials 9ct white gold Tanzanite67
1ST + 2ND YEAR /STUDENT APPRENTICE ENTRANT MORGAN SLOANE MULAN Description An anodised silver ring in the form of a dragon set with smallamethyst stones.The ring is intended to be worn on the middle finger with the head facing the wearer. Motivation The artist enjoys blurring the lines between jewellery and sculpture, allowing more impact for the wearer. Materials Sterling silver Amethysts 68
3RD + 4TH YEAR /STUDENT APPRENTICE WINNER HUGH THYREGOD69
3RD + 4TH YEAR /STUDENT APPRENTICE WINNER UNDER GROWTH Description A bangle made from sterling silver, 9ct gold and 18ct gold with curving rails around pieces of 'bark' and weaving vines. MotivationThe mottled texture of tree bark inspired the design of this piece. Materials Sterling silver 9ct yellow gold 18ct yellow + white gold 70
3RD + 4TH YEAR /STUDENT APPRENTICE FINALISTmarie claire People's Choice Award Finalist TYRUS SHAYVELONADescriptionAn intricate mesh collar crafted from a variety of golds andaccented by silver, set with diamonds and blue-greenAustralian sapphires.MotivationThe piece was designed to evoke images of a secret grottonestled on a pristine beach.Materials22ct, 18ct, 14ct + 9ct rose + green + white goldArgentinian silverDiamonds + sapphires71
3RD + 4TH YEAR /STUDENT APPRENTICE FINALIST NICOLAI PROESSER AUTUMN RING Description An 18ct yellow gold fold formed bracelet and ring set with six diamonds along the textured bands. MotivationThe pieces exhibit the marriage between fold-form technique and micro-pave setting.The hammered texture was a continuation of the fold forming technique employed. Materials 18ct yellow gold Diamonds 72
3RD + 4TH YEAR /STUDENT APPRENTICE FINALISTWINNER Of The $10K Jewellery Advancement Program LEAH STRAUGHAIR NOCTURNAL LIGHT Description A ladies Mokume Gane handmade dress ring with white and champagne diamonds, polished with emery finishes. Motivation The moon. Mokume Gane is a unique metal technique that mimics the topography of our nearest celestial body. The diamonds in the 'craters' and on the band evoke maps of the night sky. Materials 18ct yellow + white gold Mokume Gane + 18ct yellow + white gold Champagne + white diamonds. 73
3RD + 4TH YEAR /STUDENT APPRENTICE ENTRANT SAYEH ALIZADE HOMA - BE MY LOVE BIRD DescriptionA sterling silver and 9ct yellow gold filigree ring. Delicate plique- a-jour enamel flows with stones to make this piece unique from all angles. Motivation Inspired by the maker's Persian homeland bird. This bird is a symbol of love, peace and friendship; the two finger ring joins people together. Materials Sterling silver + 9ct yellow gold Enamel 74
3RD + 4TH YEAR /STUDENT APPRENTICE ENTRANT EDEN HOWELLSSPINNERDescriptionA hand-made dress ring designed to be multi-functional. Byrotation, the wearer is able to choose from several colourcombinations. The ring can also be used as an adult acceptablefidget spinner.MotivationInspired by children’s fidget spinners. This ring is an adult-friendly version of the craze disguised as a versatile, fashionablepiece of jewellery.Materials18ct yellow, white + rose goldDiamonds + sapphires75
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