Annette Ellson

Artist Statement

A building on a beach, fossicking in a forest, landscapes infused with history and an underlying fascination with water, its’ refreshing life-giving attributes and reflective energetic qualities are all concepts that inspire Annette Ellson’s work.

Annette explores the diversity of nature, its shapes, rhythms and textures, and the connection we have with our natural environment. Then by combining traditional silversmithing and contemporary metalworking techniques with precious metals, rocks and other materials she creates Objet d’art for display and wearable pieces of jewellery for adornment. Annette enjoys the design and technical investigation that goes with making, and the possibility of sparking a connection with the viewer or wearer of a finished piece.

Annette’s studio is close to Perth’s West coast beaches and is where she designs and handcrafts her work.

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Annette Ellson

Selection of Works

Fire On Ice Bracelet, Sterling silver, 2010

Pods Series, Sterling silver, black fresh water pearl, 2010, photographer Matt Reed

Divining Series – Lotus Ring, Sterling silver, black fresh water pearl, 2008, photographer Matt Reed

Embrace – Lily Cuff, Sterling silver, pink fresh water pearl

Flowers For Dora Maar, Sterling silver, garnet stones, garnet beads, 2014

Out of the Ashes – Lilies Brooch, Sterling silver, burnt Sheoak, stainless steel

Divining Series – Divine Panning Ring, Sterling silver, garnet, 9ct gold, white cubic zirconia

Luck's Well Number 7 Neckpiece, 2021 - sterling silver, chrysoprase, patina. Photo: Yasmin Studio

Compass, 2021 - sterling silver, variscite. Photo: Yasmin Studio

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Fire On Ice Bracelet, Sterling silver, 2010

Pods Series, Sterling silver, black fresh water pearl, 2010, photographer Matt Reed

Divining Series – Lotus Ring, Sterling silver, black fresh water pearl, 2008, photographer Matt Reed

Embrace – Lily Cuff, Sterling silver, pink fresh water pearl

Flowers For Dora Maar, Sterling silver, garnet stones, garnet beads, 2014

Out of the Ashes – Lilies Brooch, Sterling silver, burnt Sheoak, stainless steel

Divining Series – Divine Panning Ring, Sterling silver, garnet, 9ct gold, white cubic zirconia

Luck's Well Number 7 Neckpiece, 2021 - sterling silver, chrysoprase, patina. Photo: Yasmin Studio

Compass, 2021 - sterling silver, variscite. Photo: Yasmin Studio

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