Bespoke and Contemporary Jewellery Hannah Upritchard.
My name is Hannah Upritchard. I'm based in London and have been making jewellery for over 20 years. I love jewellery that speaks... the bumps, faults and tarnishes are as much an essential part of my work as the quality of the metals and the stones; I want my jewellery to have its own voice, to be joyful and to be as much a companion or talisman as it is a decoration.
On top of building my own body of work, I've taught lots and lots of people how to make their own jewellery and worked on hundreds of bespoke commissions. I believe jewellery should feel personal, it should speak to and of its wearer, it is hugely significant to me that such a large part of my practice is the creation of commissioned and bespoke work that celebrates and acknowledges the changing world, our shifting relationships and our deep connections.
A great way to get to know my work and studio is to have a look at my Instagram @hannahrings where you can see my studio, my working practice and much of my finished work.
For the most part I'm self taught but I've had lots of amazing help from tutors all around the world... Rio de Janeiro (Brazil), Süd Tirol (Italy), Wellington (New Zealand), London (England)... and have a kind of Macgyver approach, inventing techniques that give my work a personality all of its own.
If you want a lesson; to learn my wax working techniques and to make you own unique piece of jewellery send an email to find out more about the pricing. The classes are ideal for individuals, couples or groups of up to six people (it can be a really nice date or a fun afternoon with a group of friends)
Alternatively, if you have an idea and you want team up I'd love to make you an original bespoke piece. I specialise in engagement rings and remembrance jewellery. Have a look on my Inspirations pages to see some examples of the work I have done.
Where possible, I use fair-trade or recycled materials, including my metals, stones and packaging.