The Nature of Metal – Sculpture and Jewellery between 3rd and 24 June 2017
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An exploration of art in metal by three Gozo designer/makers: Jackie Roberts, Mario Cordina and Rachel Mogg Robinson each with a different approach to the theme. Original 2D & 3D sculpture hand-crafted in mild steel, copper and brass; some incorporating repurposed scrap metal, and a collection of designer jewellery in sterling silver. Mostly inspired by the landscape; flora and fauna; culture and environment of the Maltese Islands their work demonstrates the contemporary artistic use of traditional design and craft skills while exploring the essential nature of various metals.
The artists will be at the venue for an informal tour of the exhibition on Saturday 3 June from 10am-12 noon and Sunday 11 June from 9.30-11am. Admission free.
For further information contact: Jackie Roberts 79 562 753 e.mail: robertsj@maltanet.net
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