Rachel Hearne
Whilst living in her native California, Rachel earned an A.A. Design Degree in 1996 from Moorpark College and a B.A. Jewellery Degree in 1999 from Humboldt State University. After her studies she worked in the jewellery industry as a product designer and production manager for a wholesale manufacturer in Northern California. Rachel relocated to the UK in 2003 and has now set up her own business designing and producing contemporary jewellery from her studio in NW England.
Predominately working in silver, Rachel uses various fabrication methods such as forging, piercing, filing and chasing to bring texture and form to each piece of adornment. She often uses other precious metals such as gold, as well as semi precious stones and organic materials to incorporate colour and contrast into her designs. She is heavily influenced by her everyday surroundings and draws inspiration from geology, flora and fauna.

Contact

Tel: 01524 842100

Email: rh@rachelhearne.com

W: www.rachelhearne.com
“Collecting has been a common activity throughout my life and natural objects like rocks, bark, seeds, petals and pollen are recurrent themes found in my designs. Capturing and preserving these items in precious metal reminds me of the moment I was first engaged with the object and illustrates my impressions and my understanding of it. Many of the current textures I use are influenced by sketchbooks from my travels abroad as well as outings into the English countryside.”
Rachel is available for commission to commemorate a special moment in time ranging from christenings and birthdays to weddings and anniversaries.

Rachel supplies UK galleries, boutiques and retailers with designs from her collections. She also exhibits non- production work in the UK and the US.