SIX-D

Tell us a bit about your label and how you got into making jewellery?

The essence of sixD is handcrafted jewellery. All of the designs tell a story. My inspiration is drawn from a wide palette including ancient and mythical symbolism. I use recycled metals, stones and a variety of finishing techniques in the creation of my unique unisex pieces.

I've had experience making and designing jewellery for over 10 years, my passion was ignited whilst working part time for an opal specialist in high school.

I've always had a thirst for knowledge on the construction and design for all types of jewellery. Initially, it was an obsessive hobby, so I started selling my one-off pieces at the local markets for fun. I was excited by the response to my work, as people were very positive about my designs.

Finally in 2012, I decided to take it seriously and focus on a style that is now sixD. I felt I could offer something fresh to jewellery design. With sixD, I am able to say the things I want to say, and express my ideas. At the markets, I quickly developed a loyal following and my pieces were picked up by magazines like RUSSH, Cosmopolitan, CLEO and Sunday Style, which led to making pieces for designer boutiques.

 

What inspires your designs?

Everything. But for then current collections, it was predominantly ancient art, mythical religious symbolism, primitive interpretations of the natural world and modern art.

I love to read books, watch films and documentaries on music and art.

I also get inspired by watching the people around me, and how creativity in jewellery and fashion, speaks volumes without having to saying a word.

Inspiration can hit me at any time, I've been known to sit in the park just sketching, or just sketch whilst waiting for the bus.

I love the challenge of working out how my ideas/sketches can come to real life. I'm inspired by interesting objects, why they work, how they connect and how to make them.

What has brought you the most joy from your creative practice and why?

Seeing my designs out and about, being worn and loved.

What can market folk expect to find at our November event?

My new collections for 2014 are called the ‘Iconimmersion' and ‘Numeromancer'.

The ‘Iconimmersion' Collection 2014 is a Capsule Fine Jewellery Collection, it is a re-interpretation of the classic and iconic shapes and symbols in true sixD style.

For these limited edition pieces, I will be using Akoya pearls, Swarovski vintage crystals, and 50’s West German glass cabochons set in 9ct & 18ct yellow, rose or white gold.

 

The sixD 'Numeromancer’ Unisex Collection 2014 is inspired by the love of numbers. Since the beginning of time, the great mathematicians have tried to describe the world by numbers. This collection is sixD's tribute to our favourite math geeks who have defined the way we look at the world.

 

What is it about Hustle&Scout that made you want to be a stallholder?

The aims of Hustle&Scout are in total alignment with my own.  As a lover of fashion I would love to be part of the select collection of labels. Each hand-picked not only for the beauty of the products but the connection with the designer and artist.

 

MY FAV THINGS

Guilty pleasure: Watching my favourite re-runs whilst having a glass of Pinot Gris and Swiss chocolate.

First song on your ultimate mixtape: Wuthering Heights - Kate Bush.

Fashion item you own: Just one fashion item? ;-) It would have to be the 80's linen cascading skirt from Yohji Yamamoto given to me by my mother.



Place to unwind in Canberra: National Gallery of Australia.



Thing you have made: First ever pair of earrings made of leather, pearls and 18ct gold.