Recently I became curious about fungi. They are the hidden links in the natural world. Fungi and mycelium (a network of fungal threads) are all around us. They live in symbiosis with plants and trees. I’ve taken direct inspiration from fungi and mycelium, and their relationship with trees, when creating the Hidden Links collection, which this bangle is part of.

I am fascinated with the natural world and the beauty and complexity it exhibits. It brings me peace, excitement and wonder. I try to live in balance and harmony with it, including in my creative practice.  

About 6,000 years ago, humans started having a deep impact on nature. Until then we co-existed with nature – we were part of it. For me, ‘Freedom for wild places’ is not about going back in time, but is about reflecting on our place in nature and remembering that we must do our best to look after it.