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contemporary jewellery melbourneMay 28, 20264 min read

La Grande Fête: In Conversation with DANIEL + EMMA

Playful, nostalgic and unmistakably bold, the objects at the centre of La Grande Fête transform familiar foods and everyday cravings into sculptural, functional design pieces. Created by design duo...

Contemporary JewelleryApr 30, 20261 min read

Coming Soon: La Grande Fête for Melbourne Design Week

We're so excited for the upcoming launch of our next exhibition, La Grande Fête! Presented by Pieces of Eight Gallery as part of Melbourne Design Week 2026, this curated contemporary jewellery exhi...

Artist InterviewApr 27, 20262 min read

Step Inside the Colourful, Kaleidoscopic World of Kate Rohde: A Studio Visit

There is nothing quite like the energy of an artist’s studio, especially when it involves the kaleidoscopic world of contemporary visual artist, Kate Rohde. At Pieces of Eight we celebrate the mess...

Colour PopMar 16, 20263 min read

A World in Colour: New Resin Object Works by Kate Rohde

With the reopening of our Russell Place gallery last year came a vibrant new suite of resin vessels by Melbourne-based artist Kate Rohde. Known for her fantastical forms and luminous colour palette...

20 Year CelebrationDec 10, 20255 min read

Colour, Connection, Continuity: Emma Coulter at Pieces of Eight

For our 20th Anniversary celebrations, we’re honoured to feature long-time friend of the gallery, artist Emma Coulter, whose bold, spatially-driven practice has been woven into Pieces of Eight’s s...

Animal SculptureOct 28, 20251 min read

Unveiling Lisa Roet's Rewilding: Highlights from Our Preview Evening

Last Tuesday evening, we welcomed guests to our Russell Place gallery for an intimate preview of Rewilding, a new exhibition by renowned Melbourne artist, Lisa Roet. The gallery came alive as frie...

Contemporary JewelleryOct 21, 20254 min read

Interview: Rewilding a new exhibition of sculpture and jewellery by Lisa Roet

Following an extraordinary year that’s seen major milestones, from her Going Ape survey exhibition in Melbourne to the monumental Great Ape installation in London, artist Lisa Roet returns to Piece...

ArtOct 9, 20253 min read

Into the Luminous Realm: Kate Rohde on Her Fantastical Deer Urn

Now on display at Pieces of Eight Gallery, 'Deer Urn' is a vibrant, larger-than-life sculpture by acclaimed Melbourne artist Kate Rohde. A decade in the making, this extraordinary piece draws from...

ExhibitionSep 17, 20252 min read

Coming Soon: Lisa Roet, A New Exhibition

Lisa Roet's Latest Exhibition, Soon to Launch at Pieces of Eight Gallery Exploring Lisa Roet's body of work is like stepping into a parallel universe, a place where the familiar contours of humani...

CandelabraJul 14, 20252 min read

Introducing Kerryn Levy: Part 2

In Part 2 of our conversation with artist Kerryn Levy, we delve deeper into the ideas and instincts that guide her practice. From the interplay of form and texture to the emotional resonance of mat...

Artist InterviewJun 19, 20253 min read

Introducing Kerryn Levy

We’re delighted to welcome South Australian ceramic artist Kerryn Levy to Pieces of Eight Gallery. Working on Peramangk Country in Strathalbyn, Kerryn creates sculptural vessels using a range of ha...

bronzeNov 27, 20242 min read

LISA ROET: AN INTERVIEW & INSTALLATION

ArtAug 6, 20243 min read

An Interview With Kate Rohde: Creative Inspiration & Artistic Evolution

Australian ArtistsJul 20, 20241 min read

The Radiant Recap: Scenes From Kate Rohde's Exhibition Opening

Australian ArtistsJul 17, 20241 min read

The Radiant Archive: A Kate Rohde Exhibition

Australian ArtistsNov 1, 20181 min read

/ Melanie Upton's Sculptures in Vogue Living /

Australian DesignAug 2, 20181 min read

/ Kate Rohde: Home Grown /

Australian ArtistsJul 31, 20181 min read

/ New Ceramic Vessels from Tessy King Available Now /

Australian ArtistsJul 28, 20181 min read

/ Kate Rohde Studio Visit /

Australian ArtistsMay 20, 20181 min read

/ Meredith Turnbull Presents her Exhibition 'Closer' at the Ian Potter Museum of Art /

Contemporary JewelleryNov 1, 20171 min read

/ Monumental Exhibitions by Kim Victoria & Melanie Upton Featured on The Design Files /

ArtOct 9, 20171 min read

TESSA BLAZEY AND ALEXI FREEMAN | FUTURE ARTEFACTS EXHIBITION AT CRAFT VICTORIA

ArchitectureOct 4, 20171 min read

Opening Tomorrow! Kim Victoria's Monumental Love and Melanie Upton's Matter Monumental

Australian ArtistsSep 25, 20171 min read

Coming Soon: Monumental Love by Kim Victoria and Matter Monumental by Melanie Upton

Loved by many

Bespoke

Such an amazing experience. My bespoke ring is stunning. It is constantly admired and I have people comment on it weekly asking where I had it made. Thank you again Melanie for my beautiful ring ( and my other gorgeous jewellery as well).Fiona

Engagement

I’ve been fortunate to have followed Mel’s work for almost 20 years— and have appreciated the immense effort she has put into her own work, not to mention curating a wonderful group of artists through Po8.Over the years I’ve been able to purchase her work— and it was a no brainer to get my engagement and wedding bands made by her. Her staff are incredibly helpful and kind- and I always make an effort to swing by and see what is in store.Shawn

Sapphire

My partner proposed to me with a Melanie Katsilidis Australian blue sapphire diamond ring. We are absolutely floored by its beauty. The architectural design, the jewels, the cut, it’s just out of this world! Thank you so much to Melanie and her team for all the thought, care and class with which you created our forever treasure!Natalie

Pearls

Pieces of Eight is my go-to for timeless, wearable luxury. The curation is always on point and all the artists in this gallery are incredibly talented. However, Melanie Katsalidis' pieces are my absolute favourite—sculptural, stunning, and unique. I always get compliments when I wear her creations. I own several and wear them constantly. They're effortlessly special, every day. I am obsessed with this place!LTP

Loved by many

Excellent customer service. The staff were helpful from the moment I walked in, through to selecting, purchasing, and resizing a ring. When illness meant I couldn't come in to the boutique, they gladly reorganised. The ring itself is an absolute banger, for what it's worth -- my fiancée and I couldn't be happier! Highly recommended. David

The whole experience has been an unalloyed pleasure: a range of pieces that I enjoy choosing from, staff who are helpful, friendly, knowledgeable and helped make the whole process enjoyable. They handled the online enquiry as efficiently as they do in person. Anne

Pieces of Eight is an Aladdin’s Cave of treasures, show casing some of the most original and creative jewellery and objects to be found in Melbourne, let alone around the world. Over the years I have bought many different items from them and all, without fail, receive positive comments from family, friends and strangers when they see them. Dean

Belinda Esperson

Always a wonderful experience working with the fabulous team at Pieces of Eight! First time working with them on a custom piece, by artist Belinda Esperson. A family member loved the style a brooch though found it a little large so she created a smaller version that was just perfect. Leonie