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I was born in Germany and moved to the UK in 1989 where I gained a BA Degree in Jewellery from Middlesex University in ‘95 and an MA from the Royal College of Art in London in '97.
I set up my Jewellery workshop in Bristol / UK, where I also taught at the Bristol School of Art.
I moved to New Zealand in 2007 and settled at Whangarei Heads in Northland where I discovered my passion for growing things. I divided my time between Jewellery making and running a Flower Farm.
In 2021 I moved to Motueka in the South Island to return to my first love and be a full time jeweller again.
I set up my Jewellery workshop in Bristol / UK, where I also taught at the Bristol School of Art.
I moved to New Zealand in 2007 and settled at Whangarei Heads in Northland where I discovered my passion for growing things. I divided my time between Jewellery making and running a Flower Farm.
In 2021 I moved to Motueka in the South Island to return to my first love and be a full time jeweller again.
Why Jewellery?
I make jewellery because I like the intimate scale of it. Jewellery is deeply personal to the wearer. It can be a talisman and personal magic. When worn, it reveals something about personality and communication to the world. It denotes a sense of belonging - to a group, a mindset or another person.
I have been exploring the relationship between stone and metal for many years.
The contrast in both the materials and their working properties are a constant source of challenge and inspiration.
Stone seems hard and unyielding but is a very sensitive material to hold and wear. Precious metal carries many meanings, from monetary to sentimental. It is willing to be worked and shaped and wants to please.
The creation of a permanent link between these materials is a major concern.
By pushing the boundaries of the ancient technique of sand casting I have developed my own process in which I am casting the metal directly into, and through the stone.
Using these techniques I create items, which are distinctive and unique.
I have been exploring the relationship between stone and metal for many years.
The contrast in both the materials and their working properties are a constant source of challenge and inspiration.
Stone seems hard and unyielding but is a very sensitive material to hold and wear. Precious metal carries many meanings, from monetary to sentimental. It is willing to be worked and shaped and wants to please.
The creation of a permanent link between these materials is a major concern.
By pushing the boundaries of the ancient technique of sand casting I have developed my own process in which I am casting the metal directly into, and through the stone.
Using these techniques I create items, which are distinctive and unique.
Find Maike on Facebook at www.facebook.com/maikebarteldresjewellery
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