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Bold sculptural jewellery is synonymous with the art of Linda van Niekerk. But, in her upcoming Handmark show she reveals a gentle touch.
In 2004 Linda held her first exhibition. This latest outing celebrates a long artistic journey and is aptly named Reflections: 20 Years On. Showcasing 70 stunning pieces “predominantly silver with a smattering of pearls, driftwood and colourful anodised aluminium,” most are neckpieces ranging from “long and short to low-key and bold,” Linda explains.
Linda is inspired by the bush surrounding her Huon Valley property. “Some of the work represents a gentle interpretation of the stark beauty and the conflicting emotion evoked by dead and dying trees; some represent the subtle appearance of new growth.” One series of neckpieces, entitled Memory of Trees, is spiky and sharp as she grapples with destruction. But there is hope in New Growth with gentle jewellery crowned by delicate leaves.
While most of Linda’s pieces are newly designed, expect to see some old favourites. All are especially designed to work together, with personal creativity mandatory. “Individualised expression of the wearer is encouraged with suggested layering of works – which creates interesting shadows.”
Linda Van Niekerk’s Reflections: 20 Years On opens at Handmark Gallery on October 18 and runs until November 4. Click here to register for a preview.
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