Karen-Ann Dicken

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• MA Degree

  School

  School of Humanities

  Programme

  MA Goldsmithing, Silversmithing, Metalwork & Jewellery, 2007

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  07929 879384

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• My work explores both architectural structure and the formations of natural structures such as ice and crystal. My jewellery is very strong structurally due to triangular formations. I have been developing new ways to make the technique of laser welding more accurate. In doing so, I have created accurate inner structures that then grow into natural and organic forms through hand- building. The form of my jewellery work has also been influenced by the work I have made in Second Life. I have set up a gallery in the virtual world which allows me to sell my virtual jewellery and make real money.

• Experience

• Jewellery Designer and Repairs, Horace Design, London, 2005-6; Carnival Artist, Scottish Carnival Arts, Glasgow, 2004-5; Sales Assistant, Inhouse Ltd, Glasgow, 2002-3; Sales Assistant, Ortak Jewellery, Glasgow, 2002

• Exhibitions

• Creative Currencies, Bank of America, Canary Wharf, London, 2006; International Jewellery London, Earls Court, London, 2006; Christmas Exhibition, Brazen Studios, Glasgow, 2005; Brave Art, Atlantis Gallery, Brick Lane, London, 2005

• Awards

• Commended, Silversmithing, Craftsmanship and Design Awards, 2007; Gold, Gallery Design, Craftmanship and Design Awards, 2006; Gold, Technological Award, Craftsmanship and Design Awards, 2006