S I M O N D A Y
METAL WORK
Simon Day has over 30 years experience as a fine jeweller and sculptor in metal.
EDUCATION
2007 & 2017 Nepal & Sikkim
Studied traditional engraving, repoussé, chasing and wax carving.
1984 1988 London Metropolitan University/ Sir John Cass School of Art
BA Jewellery, Silversmithing & Allied Crafts
1983- 1984 Wimbledon School of Art
Foundation degree Design & Applied Arts
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2017 - present
Sculptor in metal
London
2007 - 2019
Jeweller & Silversmith
Languedoc, France
Creating fine jewellery. Exhibited in Europe, the USA & Australia.
Established a workshop restoring, conserving and reproducing antique Tibetan metalwork and ritual objects.
2004 - 2007
Senior Jewellery Designer
Simon Harrison Ltd, London
Jewellery design for fashion designers including Vivienne Westwood, Paul Smith.
1988-1990
Assistant to the Art Director
Garrard, The Crown Jewellers, London
COMMISSIONS
2023 "Cascade" Hanging sculpture in anodised aluminium. For Wychwood Gallery UK for a US client.
2020 Wall Mounted Sculpture. Studio Graphite. London, South Bank
MEMBERSHIPS
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The Society of Designer Craftsmen, London
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Goldsmiths’ Centre, London
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Contemporary Applied Arts, London
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Art Jewelry Forum, USA
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Crafts Council, London