Delicate jewellery from everyday materials
- Jed uses everyday materials twinned with lampworked glass to produce sculptural jewellery
- Her work requires extreme precision as she paints on the inside of tiny glass parts
- She regularly works on commissions
Jed Green is a jewellery artist who transforms everyday materials into unique and precious wearable sculptures. Using silver, gold, wood, pearls, paper, and primarily glass, she combines colour, pattern, and decorative details in her work. Her artistic journey began with sculpture, collage and printmaking, eventually leading her to jewellery making. Jed creates precious pieces from inexpensive materials. Her designs reflect personal stories, often incorporating clients' references in bespoke commissions. Her lampblown glass creations are delicate, light, and uniquely aesthetic. Jed's work features in prestigious venues such as the Museum of Arts and Design in New York and SOFA Chicago. One of her pieces is also part of the Museum of Arts and Design's permanent collection.
Interview
- What inspires you to use everyday materials in your jewellery?
- I am inspired by the beauty of ordinary materials. Using everyday items allows me to create pieces that are not only unique but also accessible. It is about finding value in the commonplace and transforming it into something precious and wearable.
- How do you incorporate personal references into your commissioned pieces?
- Each commission begins with a conversation with the client to understand their personal stories and milestones. I then incorporate these elements into the design, whether through specific materials, colours, or patterns that hold personal significance. This makes each piece a deeply personal treasure.
- Can you describe your process of working with lampblown glass?
- My process starts with clear borosilicate glass tubes, which I cut, carve, and lampwork into various shapes. These shapes are then linked together, drilled, and pinned to form either moving pieces or clusters. I paint the interior of the glass and apply handmade transfers to create patterns on the outside. This meticulous process results in delicate and light pieces that are unique and collectible.
- What do you find most challenging about your work?
- The most challenging aspect is transforming an initial idea into a finished piece. Working with glass is intricate and requires a lot of patience and precision. However, the moment when a piece comes together as I envisioned it is incredibly rewarding.
Jed Green is an expert artisan: she began her career in 2000
