Tamara Dixon
Tamara's Work
Chains are worn close to the body and are used toshowcase the hand, wrist and face. The links should shine and glisten to make a statement. Chains have the duel responsibility of needing to be hard and durable while still being elegant and delicate.
The introduction of the machine age did lead to a loss of originality and quality in the chain-making process – but the era also introduced a variety of chain designs that could not be produced by hand. There is enough scope in the jewellery industry for both methods to co-exist and be used in today’s market.
Hand-made links take on a life and personality of their own. When made into a chain, these links take on a new role expressing fluid movements that react interestingly with light.
Hand-made chains can only ever hope to be similar to one another. To make the same piece twice is close to impossible.
From Tamara
“My inspiration comes from a combination of European and African backgrounds. My designs have shifted away from the emphasis of wealth and status that traditional jewellery offers, to an exploration of the simplicity of forms represented by African tribalism. In my design work, this is embodied aesthetically through the repetition of simple forms, producing complex designs”.
About Tamara
- Born: Zimbabwe, South Africa
- Resides: Perth, Western Australia
Exhibitions
- 2008 - Precious Ties, Mining Hall of Fame
- 2008 - Explorations, A & E Metals
- 2008 - Graduation Show, Chrysalis
- 2006 - York Prize, Heritage
- 2005 - Shimmer, Moores Gallery
