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Fire & Glass
Vitreous enamel is the art of fusing glass to metal at high temperatures. Unlike mass-produced jewellery, the kiln ensures that each firing is unique. It creates a depth of colour and durability that captures the unpredictability of nature itself.
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About Me
Windsor, UK
Alison enjoys free-flowing lines and objects - she takes much of her inspiration from water and the fluid shapes it can form. Alison also enjoys using various hues of vitreous enamel in her work, with her favourite colours being blues and greens. The aspect that she loves the most is the slight unpredictability of enamel colours after firing, as this means that each piece she creates is unique and individual - no two pieces of enamel work will ever turn out the same.
Alison studied at Bucks New University in High Wycombe and graduated in 2010 with a 2:1 honours degree in Jewellery and Silversmithing. Since then, she has exhibited at the prestigious New Designers Exhibition in London, the Bucks end-of-year show in High Wycombe, and the RBSA Gallery in Birmingham. She was also highly commended for her designs in the Victoria and Albert Museums Student Design Competition. In 2012 she launched Alison Swindles Jewellery Design, and has been selling her work through Etsy ever since.
As a keen oboist, Alison also incorporates pieces into her work that have been inspired by her oboe playing, and the fascinating key work of the instrument. Some of her music-inspired jewellery include her oboe-reed pendant necklace and "banana key" necklace.
~ Alison
Testimonials
"Such a beautiful thing, perfectly rendered. I absolutely love it, and great communication too. Thank you!"
"Very unusual, striking ring. I love the enamel colours and the wave shape. It looks different every time I wear it. Arrived quickly with very nice packaging. Thank you!"
"These earrings arrived today, having ordered them yesterday!! They are exquisite in style, craftmanship and presentation. Thank you so much."
"Beautiful pendant, excellent communication and very quick shipping. Thank you."
