2013 – ‘Imprint’ – Jewellery by Bethamy Linton

23^rd April – 11th May 2013

Celebration drinks – Saturday 27^th April 4 – 6pm

Of particular interest to Bethamy Linton, is the human response to the natural world, especially during the age of enlightenment. “I’m fascinated by the relationships that emerged between science and mysticism in this period and the rigid social structures of western culture during this time.”

Reflecting on history, place and the distortion of memory, ‘Imprint’ will be Linton’s first solo contemporary jewellery exhibition. Taking inspiration from antique lace work and natural science illustrations, she references the elevation and preservation of experience through the creation of motifs that allude to her encounters with the world. The work itself is a selection of intricately detailed, hand cut titanium and embossed sterling silver jewellery that embodies ideas of perception and representation. The exhibition will showcase this fine hand-work through a series of bracelets and neckpieces. These pieces have a cultural and personal narrative that speaks not only of Linton’s background as a metal smith but also of her conceptual concerns as an artist.