Jingyi Meng

Amethyst breaks the function of protractor use.
Sterling silver, amethyst.

Jingyi Meng is a jewellery artist from China, currently based in London.

She graduated from the Beijing Institute of Technology with a Bachelor's degree in Product Design(2020) and subsequently pursued her Master's degree in Jewellery & Metal at the Royal College of Art.

She derives inspiration from her acute observations of the world. Using the language of jewellery, she responds to the events happening around her. With a humanistic perspective, her work reflects her contemplation of society, creating meaningful dialogues between her artistic practice and the world.

Clear quartz grows from inside the Band-Aid.
Sterling silver, Clear quartz.

Sometimes making something leads to nothing.

In her artistic practice, Jingyi delves into the contradictory nature of meaning, symbolism, and human interpretation. She places particular emphasis on exploring the profound desire to attribute significance to objects. She challenges traditional notions and questions the imposition of meaning onto objects. She doubts the authenticity and effectiveness of ascribing profound narratives to lifeless entities.

The essence of crystals is simply dazzling stones, yet we attribute boundless energy to them. The meaning we fabricate becomes an illusion that deceives us. She utilizes quartz and silver as mediums of expression, subverting the intended symbolism of crystals. By exploring the tension between the assigned meanings and inherent properties of crystals, she invites viewers to contemplate the true essence of these captivating stones. She encourages them to consider the relativity of meaning and question whether objects possess inherent importance. Rather than relying on external narratives, she advocates for individuals to embrace their intrinsic energy and autonomy.