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Jewellery Art - A Wearable Expression of the Times
Jewellery Art - A Wearable Expression of the Times

By Vanessa Murtagh on May 21, 2025

In the past century Jewellery has come to be considered an expressive form of art, imbued with meaning, reflecting cultures and values in contemporary society. From the hashtag symbol, to the allure of running water, Vanessa explores the shapes, designs and movement of metal with her intriguing shapes and attention to design details. Explore the latest jewellery art collections on show in Ireland's premier jewellery gallery Design yard. 

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mature sophisticated woman in blue wearing luxurious jewellery art
I'm middle aged. Not invisible.

By Vanessa Murtagh on Oct 16, 2024

Read why I chose to partner with a woman in her 50s for my latest photo shoot. I want to show that confidence in maturity is beautiful & deserving of wearing beautiful jewellery.

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Why is “handmade” better?
Why is “handmade” better?

By Vanessa Murtagh on Sep 06, 2023

When we say 'Handmade" we mean Quality, Bespoke, Creative, Sustainable, Unique Design and made by a real person. "Handmade" means creating something  of real value, something uniquely special and eco friendly, while helping the local economy. So investing in handmade has endless positive attributes. What's not to love?

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Designer exhibition in Cork @ the Glucksman
Designer exhibition in Cork @ the Glucksman

By Vanessa Murtagh on Nov 01, 2022

A leading National Design & Craft Fair is kicking off next Friday in the Glucksman, located in the heart of the University College Cork campus. I’m thrilled to confirm I’ve been invited to participate in...

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Celtic jewellery  reflecting modern Ireland - a Stag Brooch in 18ct gold handmade in Ireland
Jewellery with Meaning - The Story Behind the Stag

By Vanessa Murtagh on Sep 21, 2022

What influences a design is central to how I create my jewellery. Here's the story of what inspired my design for the Stag and what influenced its visual look, part of the beautiful and iconic Irish Animal Jewellery Collection. This is a piece that resonates because it reflects modern Ireland by representing a native Irish Animal  in a clean and graphic piece of wearable art that is designed and made here in Ireland.  

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