It’s all about the texture!

This blog post is all about texture! Come and explore Erin’s favourite nature inspired finishes with us…

RETICULATION

When working from sheet, Erin can create networks of web-like veins and wrinkles in the metals surface through careful torch work & manipulation of metal under intense heat.

BARK

With careful strikes with a shaped hammer, Erin can offer a metal finish reminiscent of tree bark.

RAINDROP

This classic hammered finish, which we affectionately call 'raindrop,' offers subtle facets in the metal. These facets catch the light beautifully, emphasising the handcrafted essence of the designs.

ROPE

The ‘rope’ texture is much like the “bark” texture but it is applied with angled hammer blows. It offers a twisted rope-like form. We love to mix and match “rope” textured bands with “bark” or “raindrop” finishes for a satisfying textural medley!

MOLTEN

Now we would never forget this one! A classic in the Erin Cox texture quiver and our personal favourite! To create Erin’s molten designs she heats metal to just below the melting temperature and carefully manipulates its form whist in a semi-molten state. The results are textural, organic and aesthetically satisfying! They are perfectly imperfect!

SUPER MELTY!

By using the “reticulation” technique on wider bands Erin can offer truly unique rings. It is a serendipitous process whereby each ring textures in a unique way. The beauty of these rings are that they are one-of-a-kind, we can not predict the final texture so some will feature more subtle forms, whist others will display deeper markings from the process.

MATTE VS SHINY

Erin can offer a matte or polished finish on most of her designs…or somewhere in between! This is a complimentary service which extends to nearly all stock or commissioned items.