Xuan Xu

About

Xuan Xu, a contemporary jewellery artist, creates work that is a confluence of engineering precision and artistic exploration. With a background in Materials Science Engineering from China University of Geosciences and a Master of Arts in Jewellery & Metal from the Royal College of Art, Xuan brings a unique technical perspective to the realm of jewellery design.

Continual innovation is key in Xuan’s journey as an artist, exploring new materials and techniques to create jewellery that challenges perceptions and enriches the human experience. Xuan’s work is a testament to the endless possibilities within the world of jewellery, where the fusion of technology and art can create pieces that are not only beautiful but also profoundly meaningful.

Instruments of Light, a series of interactive jewellery which harnesses the transformative power of light to offer wearers a sense of healing and tranquility. Each piece is designed to change with interaction, providing a unique and relaxing experience.

Jewellery comes to life when worn, where light meets the wearer’s skin，creating a ‘jewellery space’ This interaction between the body, the wearable object, and the light creates a dynamic and immersive experience, redefining what jewellery can be.

Using intangible elements like light as the primary material deconstructs and reshapes the traditional concept of jewellery. It prompts us to think about the characteristic of jewellery and the materials we use to create it. Traditional jewellery relies on the eternal value of gemstones and precious metals. In contrast, designing jewelry with light, an intangible element, blurs the boundaries of materiality and redefines the essence of what jewelry can be.

This approach challenges us to reconsider the true value of jewellery: Is it the rarity and permanence of its materials, or the fleeting sensory and emotional experiences it provides?