Materials: Thurmanite (epoxied layered paper)
Dimensions: variable, based on size
Since Thurmanite is a unique material I developed, it is typically seen as an alternative/"different" material but relates to the variety of materials and found objects used throughout the history of personal adornment.
Photo credit: James Thurman
James Thurman
University of North Texas
Denton, TX. USA
For more than ten years, I have been exploring a process of using epoxy resin to create a composite material made of layered recycled paper, now called "Thurmanite." I find both the conceptual as well as the aesthetic aspects of this material compelling, particularly as a material for jewelry. Throughout human history, we have adorned ourselves with materials found in our surroundings and I am interested in continuing that tradition. In pieces with Thurmanite made from solid colored papers, the material seems to be a lightweight and colorful stone of unknown origins. It is my goal that my jewelry is beautiful, wearable, and thought-provoking.
Materials: Thurmanite (epoxied layered paper)
Dimensions: variable, based on size
Since Thurmanite is a unique material I developed, it is typically seen as an alternative/"different" material but relates to the variety of materials and found objects used throughout the history of personal adornment.
Photo credit: James Thurman
James Thurman
University of North Texas
Denton, TX. USA
For more than ten years, I have been exploring a process of using epoxy resin to create a composite material made of layered recycled paper, now called "Thurmanite." I find both the conceptual as well as the aesthetic aspects of this material compelling, particularly as a material for jewelry. Throughout human history, we have adorned ourselves with materials found in our surroundings and I am interested in continuing that tradition. In pieces with Thurmanite made from solid colored papers, the material seems to be a lightweight and colorful stone of unknown origins. It is my goal that my jewelry is beautiful, wearable, and thought-provoking.