The Scottish Gallery is delighted to present a solo exhibition from jeweller Paul Preston. The Impartial Observer features both new work and archive pieces from his collection. A large proportion of Paul’s work is based on themes from nature, especially birds and fish. This natural world in metal often has a strong element of fantasy influenced by cartoons and story books, as well as a whimsical, poetic quality.
Read more about Paul Preston’s work and take a peek at some archive works in his personal collection here.
Born in Leeds, Paul Preston a.k.a. the ‘Red Mole’ originally practised architecture before becoming a self-taught jeweller. His combination of fine workmanship and imaginative ideas make him one of the most distinctive contemporary British jewellers today. Paul practised architecture for just two years before retiring to dive the waters round Lands End for crawfish and the recovery of non-ferrous metals from wrecks. His interest in jewellery began after seeing the jewellery of artist and sculptor Breon O’Casey. Paul Preston now works from his studio in West Wales. His work is in many public and private collections including the Victoria & Albert Museum, London.
