Neo-gemstones - Events

UPCOMING:

@London Jewellery Show 1.9.25

With crystal growing techniques having been around since the 19th century, man-made crystals now drive innovations in various industries. This has, however, not fully translated into the jewellery industry, where they continue to be the subject of great debate.
As part of the Innovation/Materials panel, I will be sharing an insight into my research.
Time: 13:30-13:55
Address: THE NATIONAL HALL, OLYMPIA, LONDONHammersmith RoadLondon W14 8UX

@Material Matters during the London Design Festival 17-20.9.25

Material Matters is a platform dedicated to exploring the vital role materials play in shaping our environment. Rooted in a belief that materials are more than just building blocks, they champion circular design, craft, and creative collaboration across the architecture and design industries.
Material Matters is set to return to London this September with an exciting line-up of exhibitors, installations and curated content exploring material intelligence in architecture and design.
Running from 17–20 September 2025 at its new home, Space House in Covent Garden, the fair is once again a key destination during the London Design Festival. Known for championing sustainable innovation, emerging talent, and leading industry voices, Material Matters London continues to grow as a must-visit for designers, architects, makers, and specifiers interested in materials and their impact.
Free for trade with advance registration, and £12 for the public. Registration/tickets are also available on the door.
Time: 10am-6pm. Last entry is at 5.30pm
Address: Space House, Kingsway, London WC2B 4AN

@Silver&Steel Bristol 2.10.25

As part of a panel during sustainable fashion week, I will be sharing an insight into my research and ponder a sustainable future for the jewellery industry.
Time: TBC
Address: More details to follow soon.

Past:

Solo Exhibition Neo-gemstones 28.11.24 - 3.12.24

To accompany the defence of my PhD research in the arts titled ‘Neo-gemstones: An Alchemical Jeweller’s Exploration of Lab-grown Crystals and Related Technologies, Proposing Innovations Whilst Challenging Context, Terminology, and Underlying Assumptions’ a solo exhibition was set up which was open to the public between 28 November and 3 December 2024.
F-Block Gallery, University of the West of England Bristol, City Campus at Bower Ashton, Kennel Lodge Road, Bristol BS3 2JT.

Neo-gemstones @Gabriele Space 11.-15.03.25

For Munich Jewellery Week 2025 I collaborated with Gabriele Space and IMAL to set up an exhibition on the theme of 'Neo-gemstones'. The exhibition included work from my PhD research, featured the work from University of Applied Sciences Trier/ Idar-Oberstein Bling It workshop participants and a selection of young artists from the Gabriele Space and KUR network.
For the occasion there was a seminar by Sofie Boons, Julia Wild & Daniel Rytz on Saturday 15.03.25 from 11:00 - 12:30
Address: Gabriele Space / IMAL Kontrapunkt GmbH, Dachauer Str. 54, 80335 Munich

Neo-gemstones @Glasgow School of Art 05.02.25

With crystal growing techniques having been around since the 19th century, man-made crystals now drive innovations in various industries. This has, however, not fully translated into the jewellery industry, where they continue to be the subject of great debate.
The lecture provided an overview of my PhD research titled 'Neo-gemstones: An Alchemical Jeweller’s Exploration of Lab-grown Crystals and Related Technologies, Proposing Innovations Whilst Challenging Context, Terminology, and Underlying Assumptions'.
A Drawing Threads Research Cluster Event for staff and students, funded by Glasgow School of Art Sustainability and UWE Bristol. Tickets are upon request only, please contact me for more information.
Time: 17:00-18:00
Address: The Reid Auditorium, The Glasgow School of Art, The Reid BUilding, 167 Reinflew Street, Glasgow, G3 6RQ

Neo-gemstones @CFPR Lunchtime Seminar 12.02.25

With crystal growing techniques having been around since the 19th century, man-made crystals now drive innovations in various industries. This has, however, not fully translated into the jewellery industry, where they continue to be the subject of great debate.
The lecture provided a short overview of my PhD research titled 'Neo-gemstones: An Alchemical Jeweller’s Exploration of Lab-grown Crystals and Related Technologies, Proposing Innovations Whilst Challenging Context, Terminology, and Underlying Assumptions'.
Time: 12:45-13:45
Location: Online

Neo-gemstones @Royal College of Art 14.05.25

With crystal growing techniques having been around since the 19th century, man-made crystals now drive innovations in various industries. This has, however, not fully translated into the jewellery industry, where they continue to be the subject of great debate.
The lecture provided an overview of my PhD research titled 'Neo-gemstones: An Alchemical Jeweller’s Exploration of Lab-grown Crystals and Related Technologies, Proposing Innovations Whilst Challenging Context, Terminology, and Underlying Assumptions'.
Time: 14:00 - 15:30
Address: Battersea Campus