Using my new kiln has encouraged me to make some larger pieces. My big brooches and pendants are always a talking point and I love having the large area to fill with texture and colour. Looking through a sketchbook I rediscovered some images of cells. The shapes really lent themselves to large, textured and formed copper pieces.
Making paper templates was the first thing I did. Cutting and filing the copper was straightforward…then I used a O shape steel punch to put the first marks on. Hammering and doming gave the gentle curve I wanted.
This is so much fun, and the best thing to do when your mind is busy and you need a creative outlet.
Christine Pearson uses subtle textures, simple shapes and bold colours to create her individual pieces of wearable art. Based in Leicester, she works in Enamelled Silver and Copper.
