Particularly influenced by a 1950’s and 1960‘s colour palette and the simplicity of Scandinavian and Japanese design, jeweller Karen contrasts colour and shape, playing with the uniformity of each piece.

Her most recent work involves inlaying pattern simple line details into resin, giving the impression of continual line and form. Within design Karen is fascinated by subtle changes in tone, which create harmony within the piece.

This body of work involves mould making and casting, then through techniques such as saw-piercing, filing and laborious sanding, the inlaid pattern is revealed. Karen produces colourful bold pieces including earrings, necklaces, bangles and cufflinks.