Sandcast, textured sterling silver with oval bezel set blue kyanite

Ring size: Q

Julie Hoskin-Brandt is inspired by the texture of sand and the ever-changing colours of the sea. She is captivated by the way light dances on water and the intricate patterns left in the sand by wind and waves. These natural impressions inform both the aesthetic and the making process of her new work. Julie's sand cast pieces and the reticulation of sterling silver—methods beautifully echo the granular textures of the shoreline and the fluid undulations of the ocean.
Driven by a deep passion for her craft, Julie describes her creative process as an addiction. From the initial spark of a design concept to forming metal with fire and texture, and occasionally incorporating semi-precious stones, she is committed to creating pieces that are both unique and expressive. She is particularly drawn to the interplay of light—how it refracts through gems or glints across a textured surface of silver.