Biography

After finishing my Theatre Design degree at Nottingham University, I went on to train as a Jeweller/Silversmith at London Goldsmiths University.

I worked as a Scenic Artist for some years before moving to Australia to take up a position as Head of Scenic Art at Opera Australia (for examples of my theatre, mural and portraiture work please go to www.sharnaflowers.com.au

I returned to my first love of jewellery design recently and have benefited from my background in theatre which influences my work, inviting a story line into the pieces I create. Combining elements of folklore, symbol and form, each piece evolves organically. The idea that a piece of jewellery can hold specific meaning for the wearer as well as becoming a beautiful piece of adornment is captivating, and informs the basis of my design process.

I use centuries old traditional techniques to pierce, form and shape each piece of jewellery from silver, gold and semi-precious stones, and often work on private commissions as well as collections for artisan craft markets and select retail outlets.

You can learn more about my work by visiting my blog or facebook page.