the powerhouse trio and others

The day started at a much more leisurely hour of 10.30am when we headed off to see 'Returning to the jewel is a return from exile'. This was a show of the powerhouse trio of Fritsch, Rothman and Baines. It was a little disappointing as the original pieces shown in last years exhibition weren't all there. Still it was impressive and I liked the way it was displayed having the pieces on a circular table in a little room that is part a historical building called the Residenz. The next show that was of interest was 'Paradise Re-gained' which was housed in an historical architecture/interior design salvage shop.  Although the pieces had a modern feel to them they fitted in well with the surroundings as the colours used could be seen in the various items in the store. Really interesting work from an Estonian jeweller.
The other show that was intriguing was put together by grad and post grad students from France. Their show held my interest because the jewellery was inspired by animals and also had pieces made for animals to wear. They also created a great little film showing how the jewellery worked by utilizing either photoshop elements of animals or people dressed as animals.
And lastly I put on a brave face and went back to see 'Look'. This time I was able to view the pieces better as there was another source of light coming into the room and it wasn't as crowded. What made it really interesting was being able to talk to one of the jewellers who exhibited, Carolina Gimeno. She explained how her pieces were created by making 3D forms in the round that are soldered and then she enamels  them. Very interesting, makes enamelling even more interesting when we finally get to do it later in the year. Also we found out that she is originally from South America but goes to school in Spain. Contemporary jewellery is certainly international.
Clare

Carolina Gimerno taken from 'Look' currated by Ruudt Peters. [Sorry the image is on its side]