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Zu design

Locality: Adelaide, South Australia

Phone: +61 8 8224 0433

Address: Gays Arcade Balcony, off Adelaide Arcade 5000 Adelaide, SA, Australia

Website: http://www.zudesign.com.au

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25.01.2022 one out, one in - Zoe Grigoris . one out - The covid weirdness definitely changed the course of my year but slowing down a little turned out to be just right for me. It gave me time to think about my practice, adjust and make work more thoughtfully. I also moved from the studio I shared with my favourite friend Dani Barrie at JamFactory into a solo space. I've been very lucky to have maintained access to my studio throughout covid and I'm so thrilled I was able to finish mak...ing special jewels for weddings that almost didn't happen. . one in - We first met Zoe when she began the associate program at the JamFactory where she has continued to work and is currently a tenant in one of their private studio spaces. Zoe’s pieces have a delicate aesthetic which she achieves by using hand made punches to create intricate surface patterning, combining this with carefully placed colour. We have a limited number of her pieces currently in stock and are looking forward to showing you more of Zoe’s new work in the future. We’re up to G, and my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign @gaysarcadebalcony @gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery @zoegrigoris

24.01.2022 one out, one in - Jo Hawley . one out - During this time I've felt very fortunate to live in the country and to be able to work from home. I’m very used to being at home a lot of the time, to being on my own a lot. The view is gorgeous, I can still walk the dog every day and there’s plenty to do around here. I’ve been able to continue to work - more or less as normal - although I’d be lying if I said I was unaffected by it all.... I had thought that I’d be able to get amazingly on top of things last year, lots made, new ideas worked through and resolved, the house cleaned, the garden sorted but ....... some days motivation has been hard to come by and although this way of life is not totally foreign there are lots of things I miss about being in Melbourne every week - especially people. The second lockdown felt harder than the first, I think that’s true for most people in Victoria. I tried to take it as anopportunity to get on top of all those things Ididn’t quite get to during the first one but I can’t say I succeeded. In the end it became more about just keeping going with everything - doing little bits of all the things I thought I’d do so much of - and making the effort to spend some time working every day. Now I’m looking forward to this year, to all the things we missed and to more normal motivation, and I’m wondering what I should be aiming for. Maybe this is the year to work through those new ideas instead. . one in - Jo Hawley is a Melbourne based maker. Her pieces are delicately graphic and often evocative of architectural forms. Bangles that can be layered beautifully for more complexity or enjoyed as simple forms on their own. Neckpieces that play with lineal forms and three dimensional earrings which are striking. Jo’s pod series plays with colour, so many fabulous colours that its hard to choose just one!

24.01.2022 one out, one in - Sahr Bashir one out - These 'Temporality' pins are a way to negotiate with an altered concept of time, existence and the fragility of life in our current uncertain times. Medium: Silver 925... one in - prism earrings in acrylic and sterling silver. Sahr has been contributing to our group exhibitions ever since her move to Adelaide in 2016. Each series of work has been different to the last, from geometric to organic cast and electro-formed pieces, Sahr is continually experimenting with materials and forms. Were looking forward to seeing the next development of her work. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out , one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @sahrbashir @rundlemall #conversationofbrooches @artjewelryforum @ Zu design

22.01.2022 one out, one in - Gretal Ferguson . one out - During the pandemic Ive had a lot of potential opportunities disappear so Ive been obsessed with making stakes from random metal objects and exploring wearable pieces to extend my stitched series. . one in - I first met Gretal when she came to Adelaide to start the associate program in the Metal Studio at the JamFactory. I have such admiration for her vessels and her tool making skills. We hope to be able to show you these at ...Zu design in the future. In the meantime we have some of Gretals jewellery, her flat pack series are simple geometric forms that take on a new dimension when worn. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery @gretalferguson @ Zu design

22.01.2022 one out, one in - Emma Cuppleditch . one out - Working in isolation was a gift that I didnt know I needed. During this time I was able to gain a better understanding of why I make what I make and formulate exciting plans for the future. I will look upon the last few months with gratitude as I ease back in to daily life as a JamFactory Associate. . one in - Emmas work cant help but put a smile on your face. The pieces we have at Zu design are all about colour and movemen...t, from her playful resin with tinsel earrings to her brooches with patterns drawn on to the metal with colour pencil. We cant wait to see what colourful pieces she produces next. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery @elcstudio @ Zu design

20.01.2022 one out, one in - Amelie Becher one out - Chaotic Construction neckpiece and torque at Zu design Medium: sterling silver 925, 9ct gold... one in - I wouldnt say my work is directly inspired by the succulents and cactus but more that the plants are my way of grounding myself and moving through emotions that arise from all the chaos and uncertainty that surrounds -which then allows me to put positive energy back into my jewellery projects.. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out , one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @amelie_atelier_bangalow @amelie_arbor @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @ Zu design

20.01.2022 A detail of a Michelle Kelly sculpture made for COVERT-20. . @adelaidearcade #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide @rundlemall @artjewelryforum #covert_20 #christmasatzudesign #chrismtasatzudesign2020 #covert20atzudesign #sneakintozudesign

20.01.2022 one out, one in - Sonja Clark . one out - I havent sat at my bench for a while. Not making during the last month or so has seen me spend a good deal of time trying to sort out my creative endeavors. With the same intensity I might add to the long focused hours I usually spend making. I had a good go at building a web site to promote my work which is a project still in the making but almost there. I have also catalogued, cleaned the studio and space for a restart and new ...work. More time at my local beach with my immediate family and reconnecting with my extended family has been cathartic. Playing with flowers at my other place of work has been the catalyst to using my hands again. . one in - I have known Sonja since studying at the University of SA. She has been a passionate maker for many years and has contributed regularly to our group exhibitions at Zu design, we look forward to seeing her new ideas for each show. Her pieces are continually developing as she experiments with materials and processes from her beautiful studio in Semaphore. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery @sonja_clark_jewellery @ Zu design

20.01.2022 one out, one in - Emma Field . one out - I moved to Brisbane at the beginning of the year and was only just starting to get settled when covid struck. Apart from commissions that have been sprinkled throughout the past six months, Ive found it hard to sit down at my bench and hard to be creative. Ive spent a lot of my time figuring out what direction I want to take my practice/business in and developing those things (including new branding and an updated website!). A lot o...f my other time has been spent crafting, painting, bushwalking and enjoying the beautiful sunny weather. Emmas one out images include her - intersect pendants (taken by Newcastle photographer Zoe Lonergan during a fun mini shoot @zoealonergan), some Brisbane nature, a texture experiment, and a shot of some earrings taken during a crafty afternoon. . one in - I first met Emma when she came to Adelaide to start the associate program in the Metal Studio at the JamFactory. Emmas pieces at Zu design are responses to our group shows. We cant wait to see the new pieces she creates next. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery @emmafieldau @ Zu design

19.01.2022 A detail of a stunning neckpiece by Joungmee Do for COVERT-20 at Zu design. . @adelaidearcade #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide @rundlemall @artjewelryforum #covert_20 #christmasatzudesign #chrismtasatzudesign2020 #covert20atzudesign #sneakintozudesign

19.01.2022 one out, one in - Jess Ervin . one out - Its been a strange time, while things around me feel the same and my full time job has been going at a steady pace, I have definitely made sure to slow things down, and appreciate all the pieces of this puzzle, called life. Having a couple of mini holidays from work, I decided to do some making in the studio. A few pieces were made from metal and some were made out of fabric. 1. I had a mission to design, make and set a piece myse...lf. A Sterling Silver and Blue topaz ring. 2. Then I had the delight to remake a lost Mr Happy brooch. 3. My Bench views.... its never this clean 4. My Studio also doubles as a beautiful sewing space. 5. Once things started going back to normal and we could go off a travel, in the same state. I made a trip back to see the Family and went on a little fishing adventure with Dad, to Port Hughes. . one in - We first met Jess after she had completed her studies at TafeSA when a group of graduates from the Bachelor of Visual Arts and Applied Design course created new work for Capriccio exhibited at Zu design in 2013. We have showcased her work ever since and Jess has been a part of many of our group exhibitions. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery @jesservin @ Zu design

19.01.2022 one out, one in - Jessica Bojczuk one out - lock down has had me enjoying books I have collected on my travels in the past few years. This piece (not finished) was inspired by revisiting my love of geometric form after seeing an exhibition at the Tate modern in 2018, Shape of light - 100 years of photography and abstract art. one in - Jessica works in a variety of materials from highly polished silver and monel to rubber and silk. Were looking forward to seeing the end res...ult of her geometric form studies. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @coco_bojczuk @ Zu design

19.01.2022 one out, one in - Elizabeth Fotiadis . one out - During the Covid-19 restrictions Ive relished the slowdown of everyday life, allowing the time to connect with long lost friends, colleagues and interests. Of course, it would better if that happened without the horrendous virus affecting so many, acknowledging the awful outcomes for some families. In focus this winter is caring for the tiny rambling garden. Amazingly, a small way to expand the mind, like taking a deep breath.... Photographing small things always keeps me in documentary and design mode. In the workshop/studio, by contemplating the ultimate power of nature and its stunning minute detail, we can channel inspiration, bringing forth a play with techniques and freedom from perfection. Being responsible to all and kind to yourself whilst re-calibrating our lives has been necessary too... . one in - Elizabeth Fotiadis enjoys playing with the materials she uses which shows in her finished pieces. There is a tactile quality to her metal with the marks from her processes visible on the surface of her work. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery @liz.fotiadis

19.01.2022 I spy a brooch by Julie Blyfield. Today’s selection from COVERT-20. . @adelaidearcade #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide @rundlemall @artjewelryforum #covert_20 #christmasatzudesign #chrismtasatzudesign2020 #covert20atzudesign #sneakintozudesign

18.01.2022 one out, one in - Julie Blyfield one out - brooches .. for autumn heat coloured bi - metal copper and sterling silver .. Julie is working on a silver version with images of plants she collected from the Bungle Bungles in May 2018 .... one in - we have pieces at Zu design from Julies earlier work including earrings and brooches. These pieces showcase her use of silversmithing techniques such as chasing to create unique textures and patterns. Julie is an inspirational maker, so many of us admire both her making and her professional craft practice. She is an amazing mentor to the crafts community. We love seeing the development of her exhibition work. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum #julieblyfield @ Zu design

17.01.2022 one out, one in - Jane Bowden one out - These pieces are a selection of my work that is in our drawers at Zu design. I love manipulating materials and I cant ever see myself not making. one in - Its been a very quiet time in the city and in the Arcade. While everyone did their best to keep their distance we closed the doors at Zu design but I was here most days and open by appointment. I had beautiful clients visit and buy pieces to support makers, which was so encouraging ...and caring. I also used the time to catch up on paperwork which has inspired this series of posts. Yes, I still use files (as well as the computer) for all of the artists we represent. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum #janebowden @zudesignjewellery #conversationofbrooches @ Zu design

17.01.2022 one out, one in - Sorcha Flett . one out - Im still working at the Covid testing clinic. Been knitting a bit and going to pottery classes! Not being as creative as Id like though. Im staying warm but yesterday I went up to ride the fat bike in the snow was awesome! We love seeing these amazing images of Sorchas adventures in Tasmania. .... one in - Sorcha first came to Adelaide to do the associate program in the Metal Studio at the JamFactory. Over the years we have known Sorcha, she has created a varied body of work inspired by her travels and her love of experimenting with different materials. Moving recently to Tasmania, Sorcha has been on the frontline of Covid-19, as she nurses and works at the Covid testing clinic. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery @sorchaflett @ Zu design

17.01.2022 A sneak peak of earrings by Lisa Furno at Zu design for COVID-20, supporting creatives at Christmas. . @adelaidearcade #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide @rundlemall @artjewelryforum #covert_20 #christmasatzudesign #chrismtasatzudesign2020 #covert20atzudesign #sneakintozudesign

17.01.2022 one out, one in - Lucie Heskett-Brem . one out - I noticed last year, how much this isolation and loneliness can drag one down without really noticing it! This year I take more and better counter measures (like I go for walks with friends and make little outings to visit people occasionally ) . one in - Lucie is known for her very fine chain work in gold and silver. She makes delicate pieces laser joining links to create intricate patterns. They are beautifully tactile, rin...gs evoking henna tattoos and larger web like pieces which are draped around the body like large shawls. You can’t help wanting to play with these pieces. We first met Lucie when she visited Zu design to show us her work while on a trip to Australia. She loved South Australia so much, that she has been staying here most summers ever since, enjoying warmer weather while it is winter in her home town, Lucerne, Switzerland. Covid has meant we haven’t seen Lucie for two summers now. We are thinking of all our friends around the world and looking forward to the next time we will see them again. . We’re up to H and my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign @gaysarcadebalcony @gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum_org @zudesignjewellery #lucieheskettbrem

15.01.2022 one out, one in - John Campbell one out - John is a keen model train enthusiast. These images are of the latest creation that hes been working on. His models are as detailed as his jewellery. . one in - fibulae by John Campbell, sterling silver and 18ct gold. ... I first met John while I was studying at the University of SA. We were lucky enough to have a class where we collaborated with his students who were completing their apprenticeship course work at TafeSA - Adelaide College of the Arts. We designed pieces and they had to work out how to create them from our drawings. Angela Giuliani is one of the many makers whose skills have been nurtured by Johns teaching. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery @ Zu design

15.01.2022 one out, one in - Laurence Coffrant . one out - One of the things I have found most difficult during the lockdown, is being unable to plan for the future and feeling a loss of control. Being in nature has really helped me to combat this feeling. Ive found the process of cuttlefish casting really therapeutic. Being able to carve the cuttlefish and even scavanging for them on the local beaches. Image of cuttlefish casting still in its mould, sterling silver and pink sapphir...es. . one in - I first discovered Laurences work while she was doing her Bachelor of Visual Arts at the University of SA. Her recent pieces are influenced by her love of gems and minerals and the structures of the crystals inform her designs. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery @laurencecoffrant @ Zu design

14.01.2022 one out, one in - Emily Copp . one out - The time since the repercussions of COVID really hit has felt like years have passed in weeks a time when news was out of date if it was more than a day old. Yet equally, where we are currently, I also feel like everything has gone by in a blur. My time has been very preoccupied with my work as one of the Directors of SquarePeg Studios and also my work at UNSW Art & Design. Everything has gone through such rapid change it has been v...ery occupying to respond and adapt. I have otherwise enjoyed spending more time at home with my partner, walking my dog and at my studio. I joined the Hand Medal project it is a fantastic initiative and it is lovely to feel connected to other makers around the world in working towards thanking healthcare workers through our labour. It is a soothing making as meditation project. Otherwise, I made myself a little garnet ring the other day and have been journaling ideas which I am looking forward to creating. . one in - I first met Emily when we showcased in camels footsteps. Emily was a part of a group that went on a camel trek through the Flinders Rangers and then created work inspired by the things they saw and found on their journey. The colours of the landscape captured her and details in the delicate shapes of the gum trees and a single butterfly wing became the platform for her jewellery forms. The images of jewellery from our gallery are titled pirouette continued pieces exploring movement and form in sterling silver. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery @emilycopp_jewelleryandobjects @ Zu design

14.01.2022 one out, one in - Sorcha Flett . one out - I'm still working at the Covid testing clinic. Been knitting a bit and going to pottery classes! Not being as creative as I'd like though. I'm staying warm but yesterday I went up to ride the fat bike in the snow was awesome! We love seeing these amazing images of Sorchas adventures in Tasmania. .... one in - Sorcha first came to Adelaide to do the associate program in the Metal Studio at the JamFactory. Over the years we have known Sorcha, she has created a varied body of work inspired by her travels and her love of experimenting with different materials. Moving recently to Tasmania, Sorcha has been on the frontline of Covid-19, as she nurses and works at the Covid testing clinic. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery @sorchaflett @ Zu design

13.01.2022 one out, one in - Joungmee Do . one out - Joungmee has been working in her studio in Melbourne experimenting with new forms and in particular working on some rings made in her trade mark style. We cant wait to show some of these at Zu design. She phoned me from her studio just as more restrictions were placed on Victorians and we are thinking of all our makers who are facing more isolation. . one in - Joungmee uses a traditional Korean metal inlay technique, Iybsa, which cre...ates a beautiful visual texture to her pieces. The surface shimmers with reflections from the very fine chisel marks in the steel that are used to hold gold inlay, or left as a beautiful pure texture. When you hold a piece by Joungmee you need to turn it over, the detail in the embossing on the silver backs which form backgrounds for the blackened steel shapes, are as detailed and impressive as the fronts. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery #joungmeedo @ Zu design

13.01.2022 Looking through our window. What else would you decorate a COVERT-20 tree with - Yes! real sterling silver tinsel. Thanks for the inspiration @alexbrunt There’s no going back......

13.01.2022 one out, one in - Sahr Bashir one out - These Temporality pins are a way to negotiate with an altered concept of time, existence and the fragility of life in our current uncertain times. Medium: Silver 925... one in - prism earrings in acrylic and sterling silver. Sahr has been contributing to our group exhibitions ever since her move to Adelaide in 2016. Each series of work has been different to the last, from geometric to organic cast and electro-formed pieces, Sahr is continually experimenting with materials and forms. Were looking forward to seeing the next development of her work. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out , one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @sahrbashir @rundlemall #conversationofbrooches @artjewelryforum @ Zu design

11.01.2022 one out, one in - Sonja Clark . one out - I haven't sat at my bench for a while. Not making during the last month or so has seen me spend a good deal of time trying to 'sort out' my creative endeavors. With the same intensity I might add to the long focused hours I usually spend making. I had a good go at building a web site to promote my work which is a project still in the making but almost there. I have also catalogued, cleaned the studio and space for a restart and new ...work. More time at my local beach with my immediate family and reconnecting with my extended family has been cathartic. Playing with flowers at my other place of work has been the catalyst to using my hands again. . one in - I have known Sonja since studying at the University of SA. She has been a passionate maker for many years and has contributed regularly to our group exhibitions at Zu design, we look forward to seeing her new ideas for each show. Her pieces are continually developing as she experiments with materials and processes from her beautiful studio in Semaphore. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery @sonja_clark_jewellery @ Zu design

11.01.2022 one out, one in - Catherine Buddle one out - I havent been up to much since I broke my wrist in January. I spent a good deal of time untangling a vintage Japanese thread after the plaster came off, which was good hand therapy. The first skein I attempted to unfurl, about four years ago, and I made a terrible mess. Have been picking away at it, on and off, ever since so its been good to have the time for a concerted effort and finally get it all untangled. It was 1500m long... and took forever. Im contemplating winding off a pale bronze one, but not sure if I have the nerve or dexterity yet. I was finally able to start stitching again, in short bursts, a couple of weeks ago. The photo shows a skein of thread similar to the piece Im currently working on; a reel of exceptionally fine antique French thread Im thinking about using; a red sewing thread for gauge comparison, and the thicker thread I managed to tangle. Second pic is tangled thread! Third pic my sexy new titanium hardware - luckily not my dominant hand. . one in - Catherines love of textiles is evident in her pieces. She works meticulously and with incredibly fine tools and threads. These pieces invite you to hold them. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery @catherinebuddle @ Zu design

11.01.2022 one out, one in - Jess Ervin . one out - It's been a strange time, while things around me feel the same and my full time job has been going at a steady pace, I have definitely made sure to slow things down, and appreciate all the pieces of this puzzle, called 'life'. Having a couple of mini holidays from work, I decided to do some making in the studio. A few pieces were made from metal and some were made out of fabric. 1. I had a mission to design, make and set a piece myse...lf. A Sterling Silver and Blue topaz ring. 2. Then I had the delight to remake a lost Mr Happy brooch. 3. My Bench views.... it's never this clean 4. My Studio also doubles as a beautiful sewing space. 5. Once things started going back to normal and we could go off a travel, in the same state. I made a trip back to see the Family and went on a little fishing adventure with Dad, to Port Hughes. . one in - We first met Jess after she had completed her studies at TafeSA when a group of graduates from the Bachelor of Visual Arts and Applied Design course created new work for Capriccio exhibited at Zu design in 2013. We have showcased her work ever since and Jess has been a part of many of our group exhibitions. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery @jesservin @ Zu design

10.01.2022 one out, one in - Natalie Gock . one out - I've been taking this time to get outdoors, and am more inspired by what I see in nature every day. It's more therapeutic than ever before as my brain capacity has been taken up by working in a COVID response taskforce for the Australian Government. I'm excited to get back to my jewellery bench and start incorporating what I've seen outdoors into some physical pieces. In the meantime, I'm doing at home pottery kits, carving wooden s...poons and making colourful foods. . one in - We first met Natalie when she came to Adelaide to work from the JamFactory as an associate in the Metal Studio. Her work explores materials and processes, expressing her love of nature and natural forms. Welcome back to my introduction to every maker we represent at Zu design, alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign @gaysarcadebalcony @gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery @nataliethejeweller

09.01.2022 one out, one in - Matina Bourmas one out - Matina has been working on new forms using sterling silver and vitreous enamel. one in - In a six degrees of separation moment (actually much less) I discovered after showing Matinas pieces in our group exhibitions for a number of years, that my mother and her Uncle worked together as Art teachers at Loxton High School when they first left art school. Richard Sobczak inspired Matinas long term fascination with enamel. I remember vi...siting his fabulous workshop and doing some copper enamelling with him. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum #matinabourmas @ Zu design

09.01.2022 one out, one in - Claire Brooks one out - I have been surprised during lockdown at how much more creative I have been. I seem to be the exception to the rule but the slower pace has really freed me creatively. I have had the time to make things that I really want to make, just because. I dont usually allow myself that space. While the virus has taken a lot of my physical freedom, it has given me back my creative freedom and I am really grateful for that. one in - hundreds... and thousands sterling silver earrings by Claire Brooks at Zu design. We have known Claire since she moved to Adelaide after studying at Curtain University in Perth. She has opened her own space - Claire Brooks Studio Gallery - in Partridge Street Glenelg. Pop in and say Zu design sent you to have a look at more of her incredibly detailed pieces. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery @clairejbrooks @ Zu design

08.01.2022 one out, one in - Mike Brown one out - Having returned about 8 weeks ago I am stuck in Sydney at present, Jane in Tbilisi. It will be that way for the next few months I expect. We dont know when well return to Moscow. In the meantime, I have plans to do some more jewellery. My homeless bench is now occluding the entrance to our flat so I should put it to work, when the spirit moves. Im also doing some designs for some friends in Tasmania. They bought a block near Frankl...in and hope to build a weekender / house. one in - Mike loves experimenting with new ways to construct pieces. Hes always inventing and problem solving. His interesting attachments and catches integrate seamlessly informing his designs. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery @mikebrown348 @ Zu design

08.01.2022 one out, one in - Jim Ikonomou . one out - "Opals have always fascinated me from a very young age, which led me to the town known as Coober Pedy, in outback South Australia. I was taught to cut opal by a world renowned opal cutter known as Stewart Jackson in 1993. I continue to cut opals; revealing the magnificent play of colour. . My photos are of my home studio and finished cabochon cut opals."... . one in - Jim is an Adelaide based maker. I first met Jim after he finished his degree in jewellery and metal-smithing at Uni SA. During further studies with Stewart Jackson he learned as much as he could about cutting opal and this has inspired a large part of his jewellery practice. He is one of the few makers who is both a stone cutter and jeweller. His love for opal is evident in his pieces. . Here are the I’s! My aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design, alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign @gaysarcadebalcony @gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum_org @zudesignjewellery #jimikonomou #jimikonomoujewellery #jimikonomouopal

07.01.2022 one out, one in - Jess Dare . one out - This strange time in history, of isolation and social distancing has been such a rollercoaster and we are all still trying to find our way. There have been times when I have questioned my practice and struggled to motivate myself to make at all but then there have been times of focus, determination and a flurry of new work. Ive been developing a new range of earrings for my online store (developing that too), adding to my series Mak...ing Time (currently on tour in Made/Worn by The Australian Design Centre) where my son Banjo collects things in the garden and on walks and I remake them in metal, simplified, symbolic and essential. I have been contributing to the Hand Medal Project (@handmedalproject ), to keep my hands busy, feel a part of something bigger and feel useful on those low days weve all experienced in isolation. Banjo and I have spent a lot of time baking, gardening and crafting together, spending time together doing the things I remember doing when I was a child with my mum. Time has both been irrelevant and consequently as time flies during this period. Slowing down and enjoying family chaos, quite literally watching our veggie patch grow and counting the eggs the chickens lay each day. Then being shocked as the weeks fly by as my body, bulges and changes with my growing baby. Essentially thats what my work is about time, memory, loved ones, the fragility of memory, moments in time and life itself. . one in - Jess Dare is a partner with Catherine Truman and Sue Lorraine of Gray Street Workshop. So many of the pieces that Jess makes evoke memory. On a personal level, her out of season, paper cut petals.... neckpieces take me back to my own childhood, sitting on the veranda with my Grandmother, using these patterns to create our own posies of paper flowers. Im looking forward to the next journey that her new work will take us. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery @louilamosca @graystreetworkshop

07.01.2022 one out, one in - Katherine Grocott . one out - I am about to move into a shared studio at JamFactory. While I will still be completing some of the Professional Development training that was disrupted due to Covid, I am looking forward to starting a new part of my making journey. . one in - We first met Katherine when she moved to Adelaide to work from the JamFactory as an associate in the Metal Studio. As a very new maker, it is great to see her ideas developing as she fin...e tunes her processes. Eager to explore different tools and techniques, Katherine is finding her voice as her designs develop. We’re up to G, and my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign @gaysarcadebalcony @gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery @katherinegrocott

07.01.2022 Tonight’s sneak peak selection is of new earrings by Sonja Clark made for COVERT-20 at Zu design. We’re open and finishing off our displays this week after our short break. See you soon. . @adelaidearcade #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide @rundlemall @artjewelryforum #covert_20 #christmasatzudesign #chrismtasatzudesign2020 #covert20atzudesign #sneakintozudesign

06.01.2022 one out, one in - Melanie Ihnen . one out - "For me, the Covid pandemic was a time of reflection and change..Due to lockdown and strict covid guidelines I was unable to use the studio in the Sydney CBD for a few months..During this time I helped my partner keep our other business afloat, and spent some time reflecting on the idea of work life balance. I pondered parenting, running 2 businesses, the direction of my practice, and how to enjoy the journey! This reflection le...d to the decision to close my studio in the city and moved into my new custom built studio space, within the retail warehouse where my partner's business is located. It was the right decision, and I haven’t looked back.. When social distancing rules relaxed a little, I was joined by a beautiful group of creatives and finally photographed my jewellery on the body. After so long with very little human interaction, the day of photography, sunshine, friends and the simple joy of cake and tea was so uplifting. " . one in - Melanie is a Sydney based maker, working from Ihnen Atelier. We have shown her pieces at Zu design since 2004 after she finished her studies in design and jewellery. Melanie is known for her technique of metal inlay, using the colour differences of a variety of precious and non precious metals to play with patterns influenced by geometry and architecture. We love her aesthetic. . Here are the I’s! My aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design, alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign @gaysarcadebalcony @gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum_org @zudesignjewellery @melihnen @ihnenatelierjewllery

06.01.2022 Brooch? Wall piece? Or truck jewellery? Metal is beautiful. . . @adelaidearcade #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall #itsallinthedetails

05.01.2022 one out, one in - Gretal Ferguson . one out - During the pandemic I've had a lot of potential opportunities disappear so I've been obsessed with making stakes from random metal objects and exploring wearable pieces to extend my stitched series. . one in - I first met Gretal when she came to Adelaide to start the associate program in the Metal Studio at the JamFactory. I have such admiration for her vessels and her tool making skills. We hope to be able to show you these at ...Zu design in the future. In the meantime we have some of Gretals jewellery, her flat pack series are simple geometric forms that take on a new dimension when worn. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery @gretalferguson @ Zu design

05.01.2022 one out, one in - Hannah Carlyle . one out - Hannah has been enjoying her time painting recently. The images are of a portrait of her son that she is working on in acrylic, charcoal and conte - a work in progress . one in - terrazzo earrings and brooch, resin and sterling silver, pins in sterling silver .... Hannah is well known for work in resin and in her terrazzo series she showcases her love of colour. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery @hannahcarlylejewellery @ Zu design

05.01.2022 one out, one in - Carole-Anne Fooks . one out - I am spending most of my time editing photos. My first image - a Green Violet-eared Hummingbird, photographed at La Savegre, Costa Rica. Second image - Snares Crested Penguins, Eudyptes robustus, with giant kelp. Sub-Antarctic, in the Southern Ocean.... Third image - "Fly past" Lesser Flamingos, Phoeniconaias minor, at Lake Nakuru, Kenya. . one in - Carole-Anne has influenced so many makers. She was a lecturer at the University of SA when it was known as Adelaide College of the Arts, where she taught metal techniques (fabrication and applied arts) to our Art educators. Her passions are jewellery, ceramics, and photography. You can see the breadth of her technical knowledge in the pieces she makes. Her travels have taken her around the world to so many amazing places and her love for our animal kingdom can be seen in the beautiful photographs she takes. Truly inspiring. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery #caroleannefooks @ Zu design

05.01.2022 one out, one in - Naomi Bishop one out Through the period of social-distancing, the focus has been the care of my family. It has bought about a really lovely opportunity to spend real quality time together, especially over the weekends. We have been on many nature walks and bike rides exploring beautiful places together and enjoying our natural surroundings. I love to take photos of details from our explorations, the textures, shapes, shadows all invite me to stop and look ...closer. It has been nice in some ways to be forced to stop, and through this my eyes are opened to new things. one in - we have pieces at Zu design from Naomis scribble, melt and fold collections. Each collection evokes a different feeling. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out , one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @naomi.bishop.jewellery @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @ Zu design

04.01.2022 one out, one in - Manuela Igreja . one out - "This last year was a year of introspection for me, a chance to slow down and prioritise the important things in life. I have been spending more time outdoors with my family surrounded by nature and feeling even more connected to the Earth. I'm not spending as much time at the studio as I used to, but when I'm there I see myself truly committed to creating something meaningful. My best work happens when I take time by slowing down.... Good pieces take time to make." . one in - Manuela Igreja is a Melbourne based jeweller. After moving to Australia from Portugal, she fell in love with our flora and fauna. Her pieces are directly connected to nature, as she uses the elements she collects from her surroundings to form and inform her jewellery. . Here are the I’s! My aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design, alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign @gaysarcadebalcony @gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum_org @zudesignjewellery @manuelaigrejajewels

03.01.2022 one out, one in - Kath Inglis . one out - "I called 2020 the 'year of table flipping’ On the 14th of March I was in Melbourne for the opening of my solo exhibition ‘Epiphyte’ at Studio Ingot The Pandemic was just breaking in Australia and I received a breast cancer diagnosis that same week The next week I was back home in Adelaide home schooling two children (very poorly) and getting my head around the idea of treatment. My beautiful studio at the Hahndorf Academy was out ...of bounds - I had to put my tools down, and there was no pathway for me to return to the State Herbarium to continue my investigation of Marine Algae. To fill the making void, I scrambled to purchase my own microscope and work on my own at home. I really enjoyed looking at the specimens I collected as they were fresh, not dried out and flattened like the ones in the State Herbarium collection. Last year I felt so proud to be a jeweller. Not for anything that I made - as I didn’t make much at all. But last year I leaned on the community and the relationships that I have grown over the past 20 years. To be included in such an intelligent, thoughtful, generous, supportive and also kooky community humbles me to my core. Oh and my health is all good now. Please, If you’re over 40 I beg you to book in for a check up today " . one in - I have known Kath Inglis since she began as a student at Uni SA. A valued member in our jewellery community Kath is currently the Studio Head of the jewellery and metal studio at JamFactory. I’ve watched her pieces become more and more detailed as she keeps pushing her technique of hand carving and dyeing PVC to its limits. Kath’s pieces are a visual feast of colours and textures. Try just collecting one! . Here are the I’s! My aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design, alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign @gaysarcadebalcony @gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum_org @zudesignjewellery @jamfactorymetal @kath_inglis

02.01.2022 one out, one in - Jennifer Fahey . one out - At first in lockdown I felt Id been given the gift of time, work that I needed to do was suddenly deferred. At the same time two of my children left home which created many mixed emotions. I decided to organise everything and proceed with renewed focus thats not quite how it turned out! My images encapsulate some of last few months filter fun with my daughter who was in Edinburgh, mixing the perfect pink, trying to read some... of my beautiful jewellery books, going through drawers discovering forgotten treasures, reworking existing designs with new findings, feeling fortunate to be able to walk with my dog and enjoy the beauty of Sydney, the pinboard near my bench. . one in - Jennifers work is new to Zu design. We started showing her work when she joined our Christmas exhibition last year. Our clients loved her colourful 3D printed nylon earrings, super light and easy to wear. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery @jenniferfaheyjewellery @ Zu design

02.01.2022 one out, one in - Danielle Barrie one out - like many makers, Danielle has been trying to create in her beautiful workshop, but like so many creative people the world that usually informs her work has become exhausting. Feeling weird pressure to keep being creative and productive but being so not able or not in the mood. Think its form reading posts and updates about how this is the time to get EVERYTHING done that you have historically put off. That is a long list. Not en...ough pandemics in the world. Super first world problem I realise but goodness Id love another naaaaap. one in - at Zu design we have some great examples of Danielles playful pieces. She has a way of making geometric forms dance. You cant help but smile when you see pointy and pastel earrings or her series of microbuggy brooches, begging to be pinned on #conversationofbrooches Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out , one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @daniellebarrie @rundlemall #conversationofbrooches @ Zu design

01.01.2022 one out, one in - Zara Collins . one out - Zaras collection of brooches Where the Mountains meet the Sea created during her Bundanoon Residency 2019, were to be exhibited this year in an exhibtion in Tokyo, due to Covid 19 this is now an online exhibition only. Her new studio surroundings are proving inspirational - Ive moved my studio down south coast of sydney - Im super happy out of the city! .... one in - Zara has a love for working with many varied processes, but one thing that ties all of her pieces together is the detailed painterly patterns she applies to all the surfaces she creates whether she is working on jewellery, ceramics, or painting in wax. Over the next few weeks my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign #gaysarcadebalcony #gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum @zudesignjewellery @collinszara @ Zu design

01.01.2022 one out, one in - Emma Grace . one out - I bought the slides from the op-shop and decided to pimp them up during lockdown. I wear them to water my balcony garden and they make me happy. The bum-bag was a similar up-cycling situation. I love wearing it bushwalking and admiring the contrast of ghetto-bling against the backdrop of the Australian scrub. .... one in - At the very heart of Emma’s work is her passion for sustainability. She reimagines waste materials combining them with recycled sterling silver to create her pieces. If you look closely you can see reworked parts of knitting needles and other familiar plastics, gently crafted and reworked to make this delicate series. We’re up to G, and my aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign @gaysarcadebalcony @gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum_org @zudesignjewellery @emma.grace.is.crafty

01.01.2022 one out, one in - Rebecca Hinwood . one out - Playing around with a bit of copper for my next project. The big question is, what is it? Well, I will leave that up to you todecide? Happy Tuesday.... . one in - Rebecca is a Sydney based maker, working from a studio space at Gaffa, an artists precinct in the centre of Sydney. She draws her inspiration from the Australian landscape. Her Banksia series sits lightly on the body, fine wire work creating a lineal representation of the Banksia leaves. . Up next are the I’s! My aim is to introduce you to every maker we represent at Zu design, alphabetically. The title one out, one in - symbolising social distancing and our need to limit people in spaces. @adelaidearcade #oneoutoneinatzudesign @gaysarcadebalcony @gaysarcadeadelaide #zudesignmakers @rundlemall @artjewelryforum_org @zudesignjewellery @rebeccahionwood @rebecca_hinwood_jewellery @gaffagallery