Alice Biolo
jewellery - metal work
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Scotland
United Kingdom
About
Hailing from Italy, Alice started her study in Jewellery design at the Liceo Pietro Selvatico in Padova. After her diploma she moved in Scotland (UK), where she further pursued the Silversmithing and Jewellery design course at the Glasgow School of Art, graduating with a BA (hons) in June 2023. Alice has been exploring the theme of pain, trauma, insecurities through her collections for the past year to spread awareness about mental health and open a conversation with the public, with the aim of normalised human emotions. The predominant characteristic of her creations lies in their simplicity and the absence of adornments on the front. The designs remain concealed on the back, eschewing any overt symbolism for the public and fostering an intimate connection solely with the wearer. Over the years she took part in competitions and exhibitions in Europe, in the United Kingdom, and internationally.
Alice’s creations are defined by their simple appearance, deliberately avoiding overt symbolism. Instead, they conceal intricate designs, fostering a personal connection exclusive to the wearer.
She is drawn to the contrast between smooth, minimal surfaces and the complexity within them. Her work spans a range of materials, from non-precious metals like copper and steel to found objects such as watch parts and broken letterpress type. She also incorporates precious metals, including sterling silver, fine silver, and gold.
Alice employs advanced techniques like laser welding, which preserves the qualities of stones and stainless steel in her collections. She is interested in both traditional and alternative stone-setting methods and has recently incorporated Keum-boo, a Korean technique that applies thin 24k or 23.5k gold foil to silver surfaces.
Her practice explores contemporary conceptual narrative jewelry, creating collections for international exhibitions as well as wearable pieces available in contemporary jewelry galleries, pop-ups, and directly from the artist. Her work ranges from the sharp, edgy lines of stainless steel pins to the playful sparkle of gemstones. Movement and sound add further dimension, often enhanced by oxidized outer vessels.
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