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    Journal

     
    Australian artist Leah Fraser's intricate paintings explore the connectedness of life and death, providing transformative viewing experiences.

    Art Love 03: Leah Fraser / Within You Without You

    Minimalist pearl jewels for men or women.

    Pearls for Boys

    James Turrell's Pharos at MONA museum is an overwhelming, powerful art experience that transports me outside of myself and into a sensory world.

    Art Love 02: James Turrell's Pharos / MONA Museum

    My limited edition Gradient Suspended Pearl hoop earrings were the star of the show in a striking shoot for Sicky Mag, titled LUSTER.

    Gradient Pearls

    A look at some of my favourite historical tokens of affection which celebrate love through jewellery.

    Love: Age-Old Tokens of Affection

    A special Valentine's Day gift with purchase to help you spoil your loved ones.

    For Your Valentine

    I love travelling to the Central Queensland Gem Fields to source unique Australian parti sapphires.

    Treasure Hunting 02: Queensland Gem Fields

    Habitus Magazine recently dropped by to discuss my three favourite things: jewellery, art and architecture.

    Melanie Katsalidis in Habitus Magazine

    As a designer, I have been exploring custom cutting because I often envision forms and shapes that differ from what I can find at my usual suppliers.

    Gem School 02: Custom Cuts

    This artist's home is one that really resonated with me. I’m drawn to the spaces and details, both monumental and intimate, all flooded with natural light.

    Archi Love 02: Xavier Corberó / Private Residence

    A pioneering art jeweller, Margaret De Patta was a true avant garde of her age. She was highly influenced by the Modernist movement, Bauhaus and Constructivism.

    Jeweller Icons 02: Margaret De Patta

    A symbol of commitment, intent and love. The promise ring is the perfect gift for your beloved when you want to make a pledge.

    The Promise Ring

    Ricardo Bofill’s La Muralla Roja is a building that I find evocative.

    Archi Love 01: Ricardo Bofill / La Muralla Roja

    I love Rae Begley’s photographic series of the Australian mining town Coober Pedy.

    Art Love 01: Rae Begley / Coober Pedy

    What's not to love about the tourmaline?! No two are alike and the ranges of colour vary from pastel tones to intense brights.

    Gem School 01: Watermelon Party

    I recently travelled to Lightning Ridge during the annual Opal Festival.

    Treasure Hunting 01: Lightning Ridge

    I discovered the work of Art Smith when I was first developing an interest in jewellery. He is one of the most significant American jewellers of the Modernist period.

    Jeweller Icons 01: Art Smith

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