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The Story Behind the Jewellery

Handmade rings with gold leaf

Explore the Collections

West Coast
Jewellery grounded in Taranaki’s wild shoreline and the iron-rich black sands formed by Taranaki Maunga / Mount Taranaki.

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Deep Ocean
Pieces featuring gemstones in deep green, indigo, teal and midnight blues — echoes of the sea’s hidden depths.

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Wave Collection
Fluid, sculptural forms that capture the movement and rhythm of water.

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A Touch of Gold
Gold accents that bring warmth and light, found across all collections.

"These pieces are made slowly, intentionally, and no two are ever identical."

"I live on the rugged coastline of Taranaki, where black sand, shifting waves and the colours of the West Coast became my creative language."

Today, located in North Taranaki, I handcraft every piece myself — sand-cast or fabricated in sterling silver with touches of gold, some adorned with semi-precious gems. 

The sand-casting process begins with molten metal poured into delft clay: crisp textures, raw edges, and the organic marks of nature. From there, I hand-fabricate, adding curves, polish, and sometimes a glint of gold that catches the light like sun on water. All of my pieces are one-of-a-kind and are textured and shaped by my hands.

What Makes My Work Unique

 

While many New Zealand artists and jewellers reference nature, my work is tied directly to the geology and emotion of one place: the West Coast of Taranaki.

 

Many pieces carry the imprint of sand-casting combined with refined hand-fabrication, giving an unmistakable organic texture. I create one-offs — not limited runs — so every piece is truly unique. With silver as the foundation, gold as the accent, and gemstones as colour, the jewellery is layered, expressive and personal.

When you choose a piece, you’re wearing more than jewellery — you’re carrying a moment from the Taranaki coastline: black sand glinting at sunrise, the curl of a wave, the mystery of the deep ocean.

Sun reflection on the ocean sea

PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY

Here's an emphatic shout out to my talented sis, Vicky Brandt, and her amazing product shots. I am in awe of her ability to capture the tricky nature of light on metal, and the beauty of the gems on some of my work. Nothing beats working collaboratively with family!

Check out Vicky's website About – Vicky Brandt Photography to see more of her work.

She would love to hear from you if you have the need for a photographer.

Let’s Work Together

Reach out if you have a query.

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