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| 3D Printed Red, Black and Blue Polyamide Sparkling Cuff Bracelet |
Located in Sicily, Italy the surrounding land is nutrient-rich due to lava ejections; and because of the land’s abundance of various critters it is a declared wildlife sanctuary.
Italy is also the birthplace of featured jewelry designer Dario Scapitta.
As referenced in my post for Italian jeweler Stefania Lucchetta, many jewelers stand
on opposing sides when it comes to the use of CAD (computer-aided design) in
jewelry making.
Some, like Canada-based Idar Jewellers, compare goldsmithing
to “good tailoring” and that there is no place for CAD in a goldsmith’s
workshop. However, jeweler Tyron Hulley
counters this perspective believing the quality of CAD produced jewelry
“exceeds that of many jewelers who strictly make jewelry by hand.”
A trained goldsmith, Scapitta recognizes that
experimentation is a huge part of the creative process. Like Hulley, he embraces technology making
CAD and 3D printing a staple in producing his jewelry.
His assortment of pendant necklaces, rings, choker necklaces
and cuff bracelets, in gold, silver and black plated stainless steel and
polyamide, are visually arresting. His
overall style is a convergence of classic outlines, statement making scope and
tactile elements.
Stylistically straightforward ribbed, colored polyamide
makes up his Snake Collection; and
bold metal spheres covered in open circles are the unique creations forming his
spHera Collection.
His polyamide creations seem particularly buoyant possessing
what I deem the “signature” look of non-metal CAD-3D printed jewelry. In terms of appearance only, however, his
striking metal designs share the great detailing of handmade pieces.
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| Gold Plated Stainless Steel spHera Large Pendant Necklace |
The progeny of goldsmiths, Scapitta knew the path to jewelry
making was already laid out. After
studying jewelry design, as well as set and interior design, the 39-year-old
began learning about CAD-3D printing and was immediately drawn to its
prospects.
“In 2005, in Valenza, Italy, I joined a CAD-3D and prototyping
studio specializing in the jewelry sector.
Here is where I discovered the truly amazing power of 3D printing
technology. Research and curiosity are
very important for a designer, especially when involved with fashion,” explains
the Netherlands-based jeweler.
“Three-dimensional printing is so perfect for my work
because jewelry design is not just about diamonds and gold but different
materials.” Aware of its critics and
misconceptions Scapitta cautions that the use of CAD-3D technology is misunderstood.
“A lot of people believe that all you need to do to print a 3D object is press “print.” It is not like that. You need to know about 3D modeling. As amazing as this technology is it is not a way to reproduce things. You always have to start with a concept, and creativity is very important.
“A lot of people believe that all you need to do to print a 3D object is press “print.” It is not like that. You need to know about 3D modeling. As amazing as this technology is it is not a way to reproduce things. You always have to start with a concept, and creativity is very important.
This technology is growing every day; materials and print
quality are improving. I aspire to
create jewelry where technology is part of the creation process; but is
concealed by the inventive mix of materials.”
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| Sterling Silver and Polyamide inKastro Stacking Rings |
Scapitta adds his special twist by including an interlocking design that connects two polyamide rings with a sterling silver one.
Statement necklaces
are also making a splash this year, and the winding rose, nylon necklace
designs from Scapitta’s Black Rose Collection fit the bill.
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