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Until Death Do Us Part Alex Kinsley Vey / Canada
Necklace “View from the Pier 03”, 2018 Steel, spray paint, cotton cord, sterling silver CNC Laser Cutting, Hand fabrication
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Hamilton, my home on the shore of Lake Ontario has traditionally been a steel producing centre. Despite the industry having died down in recent decades, its industrial activity is still apparent. The View from the Pier series of necklaces examine the geographies of the city and reference my time growing up there, and the impact this place had on me.
The culture of Hamilton was rough, the attitude grimy, and those characteristics greatly influenced me. Baseball bats, Metal shows and bus fights all existed alongside the backdrop of heavy industry. The working-class ethos and attitudes of my hometown shaped me into who I am today – for better or worse.