Contemporary Jewelry Designer, Patcharavipa

Proficient Thai jewellery designer Patcharavipa Bodiratnangkura is without doubt one of the hottest names within the up to date jewellery design scene. Her love of earthy natural strains and stunning materials contrasts will be seen from her modern boutique design to the coconut shells in her high-quality jewellery. Born into an illustrious household of inventors, builders, and philanthropists, the designer started crafting jewellery on the age of 13, drawing inspiration from her household’s life, legacy, and travels.

Patcharavipa studied at Chelsea Faculty of Artwork and Design’s artwork basis program in London after which launched into her Jewelry Design coaching at Central Saint Martins. She can also be a licensed gemologist from the Graduate Diamonds Programme of the Gemmology Institute of America (GIA) and the Colored Stones Programme on the AIGS, the Asian Institute of Gemological Sciences in Bangkok. In 2016, she launched her eponymous model which is stocked within the influential retailer Dover Avenue Market, London. Along with her atelier primarily based in Bangkok, Patcharavipa embraces the legend of Thai craftsmanship.

Patcharavipa began off the 12 months with a hanging new assortment titled “Clues Sepper S/S2021,” a portmanteau for salt and pepper. The gathering created throughout lockdown presents a sequence of black, gray, white, and salt and pepper diamonds impressed by the porthole designs of French steel employee Jean Prouvé.

Are you able to give me some background into your journey earlier than launching your eponymous model?

I used to be all the time obsessive about the world of artwork and design. After I was 13, I began a fancy dress jewellery model “All That Glitters” however I used to be younger and didn’t make it a severe enterprise.

How would you describe your model?

My model is tactile and daring in design and aesthetics. Our items are made all in-house. I prefer to create distinctive silhouettes on the physique that may transition from the day to the night.

How do you select what gem stones to work with?

This depends upon the temper of the gathering and the gold or steel I’m working with. Our ready-to-wear collections are set with diamonds for a extra impartial and clear look. For the couture assortment, I used padparadscha sapphire, paraiba tourmaline, and Thai yellow sapphire. I simply love the mixture of pastels and neon tones collectively.

Why did you begin working with coconut shells? From sculptures to wearable jewellery items?

The coconut shells are recycled, organically sourced and I used to be drawn to their female form and kind. I’ve all the time wished to discover concepts outdoors one thing wearable. So once I created these Objects d’Arts, I made a decision to set gem stones and supplies nestled contained in the shells to play with the idea that treasured issues ought to all the time be hidden, like the center inside our our bodies. These coconut shells are present in Amphawa, the place my grandparents met one another, so I additionally wished to commemorate their love.

Your flagship boutique retailer in Bangkok appears to be like extra like a up to date gallery than a standard jewellery retailer. I used to be immediately drawn to the fabric finishes of your show. May you clarify the idea behind this?

We love to specific our world in full kind by delicate particulars. For the froth show cupboards, I wished one thing gentle and tactile that would shield the valuable jewels and in addition was straightforward on the pores and skin. We explored many supplies and foam material appeared possible and an thrilling materials to work with. The froth was made to appear like chilly, onerous concrete which is a deliberate juxtaposition to the nice and cozy gold and preciousness of high-quality jewellery. There’s additionally a shock ingredient when guests notice the froth texture of the cupboard!

Your newest assortment Clues Sepper was created through the Covid-19 pandemic. How did this have an effect on your inventive course of?

I didn’t significantly take pleasure in designing within the confines of my own residence as a result of I felt restricted. I wished to specific extra however on account of journey restrictions, I couldn’t produce sufficient samples and exams. Being locked down at dwelling in London, I felt like carrying one thing informal and sensible, everytime I went to the groceries, I didn’t need to put on something too sparkly. The design got here to serve the suitable objective as the gathering was easy, sensible, and for on a regular basis put on. It’s a set you’ll be able to sleep in or bathe in!

What’s your favourite jewel you’ve designed?Onerous to say, it’s like asking who’s your favourite little one! I’m pleased with every bit, nonetheless, I’m significantly keen on my ring designs. I like how all of them will be stacked on high of one another.

What recommendation do you might have for females beginning within the business?

You’ll want to consider in your self and for those who’re a jewellery designer, you will need to have a robust concept behind your design and model. It ought to begin organically and with a singular design.

Are you able to inform us concerning the girls who encourage you essentially the most?

I believe it was my grandmother Thanpuying Lersakdi. She was a robust, elegant, and enjoyable girl, who beloved to decorate up and host events. She began a lodge enterprise and rapidly gained recognition as a businesswoman. She was the primary feminine Minister of transport in Thailand. Exceedingly good and fashionable for her age, she had such charisma and powerful management, each in operating the family and in her career.

Who’s your favourite artist and the way have they influenced your work?

So many! I love Richard Serra, the artist, and sculptor. His work is so fierce, sturdy, and impeccable. His use of supplies has impressed my work, significantly his silhouettes. I really like their form and motion.

What’s subsequent for Patcharavipa?

We are going to continue to grow organically and focus extra on our on-line web site in addition to personal gross sales. We hope to have our retailers world wide, particularly in London.