The pulse of today's jewellery art is captured in 400 beautiful colour photos demonstrating today's top levels of mastery. Presented together with insights from more than 65 contemporary international jewellery artists, these pieces of body-adorning sculpture?rings, collars, brooches, headpieces, and other adornments?are varied, surprising, and as multifaceted as today's art world. The makers' own explanations of the methods and inspirations that guide their work offer further ideas. Everyone who works in the jewellery field or who enjoys admiring or wearing jewellery will find this an invaluable reference and a sourcebook for future creativity. AUTHOR: Sandra Korinchak is an editor and writer with twenty years of experience in the subject areas of art, crafts, and jewellery. SELLING POINTS: ? Over 65 of the world's top jewellery artists share current masterpieces, with insights on their processes ? More than 400 photos reveal today's most cutting-edge brooches, necklaces, rings, and other body-adorning art ? A valuable guide and idea sourcebook for buyers, jewellery enthusiasts, artists, and collectors alike 400 colour photos
