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Born into a batik-producing family, I see the world as a series of motifs and patterns. My designs fuse Batik iconography, patterns found in the natural world and architecture and objects. I use the filigree technique to create my pieces. The process involves drawing, twisting and manipulating fine wires into lace-like patterns. The patterns are then arranged and fit into a frame to form a specific design. I mainly work with recycled precious materials, especially sterling and fine silver, because of their malleable and lightweight characteristics. They are also durable, which means that my jewellery will be able to withstand the test of time, thus transforming them from objects of adornment into heirloom items that are rooted in tradition.
Descended from a textile-producing family in the city of Batik, Pekalongan, Indonesia-born Edwin Charmain’s jewellery practice specialises in filigree jewellery inspired by the Indonesian batik arts and traditions. By combining traditional Indonesia Batik motifs and observing the man-made world around him, Charmain transformed what was once a two-dimensional waxing technique on top of fabric into a three-dimensional jewellery object, celebrating the life, courage and wisdom of his kinsmen.
Charmain holds a Masters degree in design jewellery from Central Saint Martins and is one of the Arts Council England Exceptional Promise endorsees. His work has been exhibited internationally and has received numerous awards in the field.
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