Yihan Chen
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Yihan Chen

Jewellery DesignerSheffield, United Kingdom
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Yihan Chen
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Yihan Chen

Jewellery DesignerSheffield, United Kingdom
Projects
  • Smithing
    Smithing
  • Holding on
    Holding onI aimed to make jewellery that would help people who do not want to forget their loved ones who have passed away; those who wish they could dwell on the loss of their family members to maintain a connection between them and the deceased. This connection is established through the traditional Chinese funeral ritual of burning, where offerings such as paper money and paper funeral offerings are passed on to the deceased. At the time of burning people pray for the refuge of the deceased or simply f
Work history
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    SilversmithZenwin E-commerce studio
     - ChinaInternship
    Designed and created jewellery from precious metals including sliver cups, tea box and tea pot... Achieved immaculate appearance of jewellery through effective fine grinding and polishing. Designed, planned and performed intricate engraving work using Rhino hand forging and carving techniques. Designed and created jewellery from precious metals including silver and gold. Maximised shop efficiencies by monitoring repair supply levels, promptly ordering low-stock items to prevent disruptions. Generated accurate estimations for material and labour costs to guide client decision making.
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    Trainee DesignerYDMD Studio
     - Beijing, ChinaInternship
    Primary research Project design ideas
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Skills
  • Silversmith
  • Rhino
  • Keyshot
  • Adobe Indesign
  • Wood Carving
Education
    Department of Art and Design at Sheffield Hallam University logo
    Department of Art and Design at Sheffield Hallam University logo
    Ba (Hons) Jewellery and MetalworkDepartment of Art and Design at Sheffield Hallam University
     - Sheffield, United Kingdom
Awards
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    Runner upDiana Porter Contemporary Jewellery
    This collection, a contemporary narrative on grief based on traditional Chinese mourning practices, was exhibited first in Sheffield, then London at New Designers 2022. It was then chosen by representatives of Diana Porter for a 3 month exhibition at their store in Bristol. The collection is composed of several different pieces, drawing on powerful symbolism including the phases of the moon and the paper money which is traditionally burned in memorial of loved ones.