Reinterpreting glass on metal

Turrell, E C

Abstract

Creative and experimental surfaces in enamel using non-traditional approaches to glass on metal. Traditional enamel is associated with preciousness, sumptuous colour and reflected light. However, by disassociating enamel from the glassy, decorative and perfect surface it is possible to re-interpret and re-evaluate the enamel surface for contemporary makers. Today, we use pre-packed "convenience" enamels but by understanding the raw materials of our craft, all of which come from the earth's crust, it becomes possible to develop a range of surfaces that are complementary to traditional enamelling. It is possible to achieve creative and expressive enamel surfaces using the basic vocabulary of mark-making common to visual artists.

• Presentation Conference Type: Conference Paper (unpublished)
• Conference Name: Re-source - prospects for contemporary jewellery and object making 14th Jewellers and Metalsmiths Group of Australia Biennial Conference
• Start Date: Apr 9, 2010
• End Date: Apr 11, 2010
• Peer Reviewed: Not Peer Reviewed
• Keywords: Glass on metal, contemporary enamel practice, vitreous enamel
• Public URL: https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/980329
• Publisher URL: http://www.jmgawa.com.au/speakers.htm