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Sarah Louise McQuarrie

Sarah Louise McQuarrie
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Sarah Louise McQuarrie is a Scottish maker based in London. She graduated in 2022 with a
BA (hons) in Silversmithing and Jewellery from the Glasgow School of Art.
In her practice, McQuarrie focuses on explorations of light, colour and reflectivity to turn
joyful memories into tangible objects. Sunsets and sunrises, fireworks and campfires,
cityscapes and seascapes – all form the basis of her inspiration. She uses layers of bio-resin
and transparent materials to create colourful components, which are set like precious stones
into highly polished silver structures, design to bounce natural light through the resin. By
blending vibrant colour and reflective surfaces, Sarah’s work is crafted to draw curiosity and
conversation between the wearer and the viewer.
Education

2019-2022 - BA (Hons) Silversmithing & Jewellery, Glasgow School of Art

2017-2019 - HND Jewellery Design, City of Glasgow College

2016-2017 - NC Jewellery Design, City of Glasgow College


Achievements

New Ashgate Rising Stars 2024

One to Watch - Bright Young Gems 2022

Shortlisted - Outstanding Student of the Year 2022

ACJ College Prize, 2022

Carole Harper Memorial Award, 2021

Goldsmiths Craft & Design Council, Gold & Bronze Awards, 2021

Worldskills UK Fine Jewellery National Finalist, 2019
Image 1
'Spectrum II', Brooch, Silver, Bio-resin, Acetate
Image 2
'Waves', Ring, Silver, Bio-Resin, Dichroic Film, Pigment
Image 3
'Planetarium', Necklace, Silver, Bio-Resin, Acetate, Waxed Cord