17th Annual Winter Party + ORIGINS: April Higashi Jewelry

SHIBUMI presents ORIGINS, a show featuring new work by owner and curator April Higashi.
The work in this show is a fusion of ethnic and worldly influences. Envision a pair of earrings worn in a Turkish tea house or a black coral and gold necklace perhaps worn by a high priestess during a ceremony.
As I move into this next phase of my career, I am more deeply and profoundly exploring the origins of my materials. Where exactly do the materials I create with come from? When I pick up a stone or a piece of metal, what is its history? Last year, I travelled to Tahiti to better understand the story behind the pearls I create many of my pieces with. It was truly one of the most fascinating and inspiring trips of my life. With this next phase of my career, I envision more deep dives into the stories behind my materials and look forward to the creative inspiration that's sparked with this experience and insight.
I've always been intrigued by the era of the Silk Road. A man and horse traveling to pursue something as small and precious as a grain of salt also resulted in the bridging and sharing of cultures, religions, traditions, and artistic styles. With age, my curiosity and sense of wonder have only grown. I long to experience the origin of my materials and meet and show my appreciation to the cultures and people who have inspired me and, in a distant way, helped me to create my work.
Jewelry is a luxury, but beauty is essential. For our opening evening, I invite you to the SHIBUMI studio for a celebration welcoming the winter season. You can visit our original retail space as well as our goldsmith studio. You'll also be able to meet my team and see where our work is created.

Host or Publisher SHIBUMI GALLERY