Exhibition

Artwork Image:
'Little Loves' Brooch by Christel van de Laan. Photo: Robert Frith

Contemporary Jewellery Showcase 2026

Thursday 19th - Thursday 26th March 2026

The Jewellers and Metalsmiths Group of Australia (WA) is holding an inaugral Contemporary Jewellery Showcase pop up event at The Shopfront Gallery, Perth.

Event Details

Opening

Date

Thursday 19th - Thursday 26th March 2026

Location

The Shopfront Gallery

147-149 Beaufort St, Perth WA 6000

Cost

Free

This one-week event will feature a curated selection of contemporary jewellery and small object work by Western Australian makers. Bringing together both established and emerging artists, the showcase highlights the breadth and vitality of contemporary jewellery practice across the state.

The exhibition offers visitors an opportunity to experience a diverse range of approaches to material, technique, and concept - from finely crafted wearable pieces to experimental object-based works. Together, the selected works reflect the creativity, innovation, and evolving perspectives that define Western Australia’s contemporary jewellery community.

Artists include: Christel van der Laan, Sarah Elson, Claire Townsend, Dorothy Erickson AM, Melissa Cameron, Michelle Gauntlett, Susannah Kings-Lynne, Barbara Cotter, Devan Job, Robin Wells.

Watch

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Opening times:

Thursday 19th March 11am-4pm

Friday 20th March 11am-4pm

Saturday 21st March 11am-3pm

Sunday Closed

Monday 23rd March 11am-4pm

Tuesday 24th March 11am-4pm

Wednesday 25th March 11am-4pm

Thursday 26th March 11am-4pm

No items found.

Event Details

Date

Thursday 19th - Thursday 26th March 2026

Location

The Shopfront Gallery

147-149 Beaufort St, Perth WA 6000

Cost

Free

Opening times:

Thursday 19th March 11am-4pm

Friday 20th March 11am-4pm

Saturday 21st March 11am-3pm

Sunday Closed

Monday 23rd March 11am-4pm

Tuesday 24th March 11am-4pm

Wednesday 25th March 11am-4pm

Thursday 26th March 11am-4pm

No items found.

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