Of A Lifetime
Reflecting life's journey with the process of lighting up fireworks — exploration, growth, and success.
Date
May 2025
Category
Earrings, Timepiece, Brooch
Inspiration
Of A Lifetime explores the journey of an individual through life, drawing inspiration from the captivating process of lighting fireworks — gathering gunpowder, ignition, and explosion. Just as fireworks illuminate the sky in distinct stages, our lives unfold through phases of learning, perseverance, and ultimate success.
To express this concept, my work is divided into three distinct parts: The Explorer, representing the pursuit of knowledge and discovery; The Builder, embodying the dedication and effort required to forge one’s path; and The Shiner, celebrating the moment of achievement when one’s brilliance shines at its fullest. Through this project, I aim to showcase how fireworks serve as a striking metaphor for human ambition and transformation.
Sketches
The Explorer — earrings
- 2-way wear design
- Taking inspiration from the black hole, a “swirl” shape conveys the idea of exploration and gaining knowledge
- Rough, unpolished white crystals represent the raw, unprocessed knowledge absorbed in this stage
The Builder — timepiece
- A 360° turnable effect on the watch dial expresses the processing of knowledge from the previous stage
- Bundles of strips represent the ongoing process of hard work in life
The Shiner — brooch
- White opal in the centre represents the vibrant colours of fireworks, along with cabochon rubies, blue sapphires, and emeralds
- A mixture of hard and soft features to create motion
CAD & Rendering
Metalsmithing
Earrings and brooch cast in 925 silver, finished with stone setting, polishing, and gold plating.
Timepiece manufactured by Dayton Industrial Company Limited.
— The Explorer
— The Builder
— The Shiner
