Rachel Bell

I was raised in rural eastern Bay of Plenty and now I reside in central Auckland where I moved initially for study, graduating from Unitec in 2006 with a Bachelor of Design (hons) majoring in 3D, Contemporary Jewellery.

The use of textiles in my practice stems from an upbringing in which handcrafts were vital combined with ongoing research and contemplation on their wider social and cultural implications.

I am interested in the way in which familiar materials can be appreciated for their beauty and comport while also having the ability to occupy a slightly uncomfortable space.