In Conversation: Annie Ruthven-Taggart

During the Elements weekend, we had the pleasure of hosting a series of online ‘In Conversation’ sessions with Ebba Goring, Director of The Incorporation of Goldsmiths and a number of this years’ Elements exhibitors, delving into their work and the inspiration behind the pieces they create.

Watch below to view the conversation with Ebba and jeweller Annie Ruthven-Taggart.

Annie Ruthven-Taggart works in fair trade precious metals and semiprecious stones to create three-dimensional sculptural forms inspired by marine life and geological structures. Hand cut watercolour paper shapes are milled on to fine silver and 18ct gold creating a graphic element to the work and echoing the sculptural forms. Particular attention is given to the interrelationships between elements, how they intersect and the harmony of composition between them. Miniature hinge mechanisms are used to create highly wearable jewellery with a fluidity of movement. Great attention is given to the finishing of each piece to compliment the delicacy of the surface textures.