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The art of walking

Susanne Wolbers‘ hikes through nature inspire her jewellery

pieces. These journeys are an integral part of her life

when she feels exhilarated by the liberation from social

restraints. The silence and the infinite variety of visual

impressions allow her the opportunity to observe and

discover.

The artist is concerned with fundamental questions such as

‘How far are we a product of our education, cultural

environment and society? How far are we influenced by

opinions in the media and public discourse?’

Her answers and experiences offer a unique yet respectful

way with unusual materials, resulting in astonishing new

definitions of beauty.

The artist uses real fur and fungus in her work to generate

a creative exchange between the onlooker and the pieces

about preconceived societal notions of such materials.

„It is contradictory to not make use of old furs anymore

while at the same time buying synthetic clothes every other

year thus creating ever more waste seems like certain

routines remain unquestioned in our society.“

(Susanne Wolbers)

Her jewellery is both attention grabbing and fascinating

with the power to shake, shock and stimulate the onlooker’s

own reflection.