Ina Crombach

           Contemporary Jewellery

Name: Ina Crombach
RESIDENTIAL ADDRESS: Brodies Road
POSTAL ADDRESS: P.O. Box 221
Deloraine 7304
PHONE NUMBER: 03/ 6369 5271
 


 

Ina Crombach, originally from West Germany, spent many years travelling the worldd before deciding to settle in Tasmania. “I was drawn to the unique isolation of this island – and its beautiful environment.”

“Travelling gave me the chance to see many different types of art forms, and I think this has influenced my own design sense. I had never thought of becoming an artist, but when a good friend studied jewellery making in Sri Lanka, I became intrigued by the possibilities. Because I had spent so much time on the move, it was only when I settled in Tasmania that I finally had the time to explore training.”

Aber completing a Jewellery Design and Fabrication Certificate Course at TAFE Launceston from 1991 to 1994, she began to produce work which was immediately accepted into some of Australia’s top galleries.

The decision to become a full time artist is a recent one, and reflects a desire to extend herself, both professionally and artistically. “The demand was there, and I no longer wanted to work full time on anything apart from my art. What I most want to do is create stunning pieces of jewellery – and that cannot be a part time hobby. I think I have been fortunate to have been able to dedicate myself to my art form.”

Ina’s work is aimed at both men and women, and combines gold and silver with a variety of precious and semi precious gemstones. She fabricates rings, pendants, earrings and cufflinks of her own unique design, Ina chooses not to use casting techniques, and instead each piece is hand made. Although this is a labour intensive process, she believes the result is more personal and profound. “The expression of individuality through body adornment is a timeless human practice. My jewellery is no exception”

Each piece is an outward expression of inner motivations and in particular, is intended to illustrate an ethic of self love. “When someone purchases my artwork, they are making a statement that they deserve to be adorned, and that they are comfortable with their choices.”

“It is important to create contrast and interest, so I choose the metals and gemstones that I work with very carefully.” Each piece displays an astonishing attention to detail, that enhances the clarity of the design, and maintains the interest of the viewer. “If you have to look deeply in order to explore all the details, it is far more interesting. I want my work to be something that people cherish for a lifetime.”

       

1997 – Current
Full Time Self Employed Jewellery Design and Fabrication

1998 – Current
Casual Bookkeeper Tasmanian Regional Arts Devonport, Tasmania

1991 – 1997
Refuge Support Worker (Full Time) Karinya Young Women’s Refuge, Launceston, Tasmania

1994 – 1997
Elected Tasmanian Delegate for the National Committee of Women, Service Provider Network

1993 – 1994
On Call Worker Laurel House – Sexual Assault Support Service, Launceston, Tasmania

1988 – 1991
Traveled around the world. Whilst travelling throughout America, Canada, and Asia, I was employed as a German Tutor

1986 – 1988
Catering Supervisor, Berlin, West-Germany

1984 – 1986
Doctors Receptionist, Berlin, West-Germany
 

1997
Media Releases/ Media Awareness, SAAP, Launceston

1997
Working Place 8 Senior First Aid Certificate, St. John Ambulance, Launceston

1996
Public Speaking Course, TAFE, Launceston

1996
Occupational Health and Safety Course, SAAP, Launceston

1994
Certificate in Jewellery Fabrication, TAFE, Launceston

1984
Successfully completed Training as Doctor Receptionist Ernst-Schering Secondary School, Berlin, West-Germany

1982
Graduated from Matriculation College, St. Leonard, Aachen, Germany

1999
‘Makers Mark’, Melbourne and Sydney, Brooch and Earrings Exhibition,  National Cuff Link Exhibition

1998
‘Makers Mark’, Melbourne and Sydney, National Cuff I ink Exhibition

1997
‘Makers Mark’, Melbourne and Sydney, National Cuff Link Exhibition
 ‘Forum Aureum’, Oeringen, Germany, ‘What’s New’ Exhibition

1996
‘Makers Mark’, Melbourne and Sydney, National Cuff Link Exhibition