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Jewellery & Metal (MA)

Elaheh Naghi Ganji

Elaheh Naghi Ganji is an Iranian artist based in London who has completed a BA in Jewellery Design at Central Saint Martin’s (UAL) and is currently pursuing an MA in jewellery and Metal at the Royal College of Art. Her work is mostly concept driven: the materiality of objects shape her narratives and vice versa. She draws inspiration from her interests in poetry, philosophy, and sociology, which often inform the themes of her projects.


A round necklace made of beads formed from erased text.

As a multidisciplinary artist, Elaheh draws inspiration from the narratives of her everyday surroundings, shaped by her lived experiences. Her art seeks to convey complex philosophical and socio-political notions in a simple yet powerful manner, often infused with the richness of poetry. In this collection, she explores the materiality of an eraser, using it as a means to encapsulate written words in an illegible format, expressing words she never had the courage to say aloud, and releasing the burden she carried for so long. The eraser also serves as a symbol of censorship, highlighting the importance of speaking up as the only way to break free from its grip. Ultimately, Elaheh's art aims to inspire others to find their voice and speak their truth with courage and conviction. Her work aims to be a testament to the transformative power of art and its ability to inspire and empower individuals to make a difference in their communities.

 

999 metal link plus one broken graphite link framed in a silver box
999 metal link plus one broken graphite link framed in a silver box
chain made from oval eraser
chain made from oval eraser twisted around hands
chain made from oval eraser twisted around hands/close-up image
Pearl necklace-some pearls are incased in black handmade erasers
Pearl necklace-some pearls are incased in black handmade erasers
Chain necklace made from eraser
white oval eraser worn as a brooch
 
white oval eraser worn as a brooch
beaded necklace made from erased words.(eraser)
beaded necklace made from erased words(eraser) displayed in a box
signet ring with a stone made from erased words(eraser)
signet ring with a stone made from erased words(eraser)