Although I use many different techniques to make jewellery, simplicity is a key element in the pieces I produce. The theme of my work is inspired by texture and organic shapes rather than perfect and even lines. I have discovered new textures through manipulation of silver and gold, exploring their hidden qualities by exposing the different reactions of the metals over a range of various processes. These range from metal fusion and reticulation to rolling the metals with indiscriminate materials such as embossed patterned paper, other metals and found objects. Granulating and fusing metals together and then reworking them adds another dimension to my jewellery. I love the ‘accidents’ which happen through this procedure, as these create a new layer to my library of surface finishes. I use Precious Metal Clay (*PMC) combined with silver, 18ct gold and 23ct gold leaf. PMC’s versatility has opened up a wide and expanding range of exciting designs. Specific patterns using photo etching techniques and creating intricate moulds, has allowed me to develop a catalogue of unique work specific to this material. (*PMC – Precious Metal Clay is a mixture of pure silver, gold or platinum powder, water and a non-toxic, organic binder – in putty-like consistency. When fired the water and binder burn off leaving the created piece in 99.9% pure silver, gold or platinum.)