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# Project Description In The Fold Keumala Irina Sukma Summary Final work Hey there! I am a jewellery designer from Indonesia with a focus on how material and form can express cultural narratives. My practice explores folding, wrapping and weaving as ways to shape jewellery that connects body, memory and tradition. Hey there! I am a jewellery designer from Indonesia with a focus on how material and form can exp... College Central Saint Martins Course BA (Hons) Jewellery Design Graduation year 2025 Keumala elegantly reimagines traditional Indonesian textiles and garment-wrapping techniques, drawing inspiration from the diverse cultural heritage of Indonesia’s many regions. Rooted in the designer’s Indonesian background, the pieces employ a fold-forming metalworking method to mimic the intricate folding and draping styles seen in traditional Indonesian clothing. Organic textures merge with structural forms, while symbolic motifs – often tied to cultural values like protection and unity – bridge historical traditions with modern craftsmanship. The collection celebrates the enduring significance of Indonesia’s textile arts in a new medium, translating their tactile, ceremonial and storytelling qualities into wearable contemporary jewellery. Interpretative text by Zhaoyang Ren, BA (Hons) Culture, Criticism and Curation Final work View Gallery View Gallery View Gallery View Gallery View Gallery View Gallery Tenun Ring Copper, Brass Research and process View Gallery View Gallery Share this project Keumala elegantly reimagines traditional Indonesian textiles and garment-wrapping techniques, drawing inspiration from the diverse cultural heritage of Indonesia’s many regions. Rooted in the designer’s Indonesian background, the pieces employ a fold-forming metalworking metho... A link to this page has been added to your clipboard Browse related work Identity Materiality Community Aesthetics Histories Craft & Process Metal Fabric Pattern CulturalIdentity Form
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