Lois Jane Wiseman is a jewellery and object designer in her final year at the School of Jewellery in Birmingham. Having grown up in the North East of Scotland, Lois draws inspiration from the scenic coasts and quaint harbours for which the area is famous. Her aim is to create fun, colourful jewellery and decorative objects in non-precious and precious metals.
Lois’ main interest lies within the contemporary enamel field. She uses a combination of wet process and powder enamels on steel. Her love for blending traditional techniques, such as enamel and modern processes like laser welding, allow her to merge vibrant steel components and wire. This creates interesting 3 dimensional forms initially inspired by lobster creels piled up at harbours. Over time the edges of the steel will begin to rust, echoing the patina that naturally occurs when objects are exposed to a marine environment.
Lois’ exciting and playful approach to design aims to produce work that generates a smile and sense of calm.
Work history
Teacher
- Solihull, United KingdomInternship
I received a week work experience with the design department at the St Martins School for Girls in Solihull. Here, I was expected to help out with lessons and have a full day of teaching myself.
Skills
- Laser Cutter
- Welding
- Enamelling
- Laser Engraving
- Silversmithing
- 3D Design
- Art Jewellery
- Bench Jeweller
- Fashion Jewellery
- Contemporary Jewellery
Education
BA(Hons) Jewellery Design Related Products
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
I have just recently completed my degree in Jewellery design at the prestigious School of Jewellery in Birmingham, UK. My graduate collection "Oh! What a Catch!" is inspired by the harbours I grew up around in the North East of Scotland.
Awards
Precious Metal bursary
I received a £400 precious metal bursary to complete 3 fruit bowls. These works are currently in progress and will be completed by the end of June 2017