Macro-Micro Art in Jewellery

Overview

When it comes to art-form, life-form, or any form for that matter, the illusory juxtaposition of macro versus micro is really just a matter of perspective. In a collaborative offering of visual delights, a dozen talented artists will present their striking exploration of this theme through the medium of jewellery. From computer-aided design to hand-forged pieces, all have been crafted by certified jewellers working with a range of materials including wood, glass, diamonds, and gold.

This is a multi-modal exhibition of jewellery related creative expressions featuring everything from the jewellery itself to video footage and interactive installations by musicians, street artists and stylists (for Lady Gaga no less). This is no stuffy, glass-encased, crown jewels type of exhibition, it's an exciting, fresh, edge-cutting expression of creative energy through jewellery as art.

Videos of the artists giving brief insights into their creations and inspirations will also be shown, offering punters a rare glimpse into the purpose and meaning behind the pieces and works on display. The exhibition kicks off on July 6 the Art Gallery of NSW and will feature guest speakers Ben Frost, Sebastian Moody and Andrew Mathers. Cocktails and canapés from 6pm followed by introduction, documentary video and artist presentations.

Image: Bridge Stehli