Artist Statement | Selina Campbell

I aspire to capture the beauty of flora and fauna, developed as three dimensional forms exploring aspects of nature. I am greatly inspired by the spontaneous layered structures and growing patterns displayed in nature. I construct single floral components of which are arranged to produce intriguing contemporary forms.

My designs are intended to evoke an appreciation of the pure aesthetic. The observer can decide the objects use, decorative or functional. I am fascinated by objects that have definite function from jewellery to tableware.

The materials I use are precious metals, mainly sterling silver and sheet acrylic. Whether I combine both materials together or alone is dependent upon the design I am producing. In order to create the best outcome, it is highly important to me to carefully consider the materials I intend to use. The materials used in my creations are an integral part of each object, depending on the individual design.

 

About Selina Campbell

Recently graduating from Staffordshire University, Selina gained a 1^st class BA Hons and was awarded the prestigious Goldsmiths’ Company Precious Metal Bursary, awarded to only a select 45 students in their final year of studies in the UK. Since graduating Selina has attended the Goldsmiths’ Company Course for emerging makers, ‘Getting started’ – a course with limited places.

Selina has recently set up a studio in Broadstone Mill’s Creative Upper ground floor in Stockport. This floor has been created for up-and-coming artisans to create and retail on site. 

Primarlily made using precious metals, mainly sterling silver and sheet acrylic, Selina’s artwork and jewellery is developed in three dimensional form, exploring aspects of nature, capturing the beauty of flora and fauna.