Ute Decker
Ute Decker is a German born artist-jeweller based in London. With a degree in political economics, Ute travelled extensively and lived in Paris and New York for many years as a linguist, journalist and documentary maker. Born into a family of artisan wine makers, Ute grew up in the Rhine Valley with a deep respect and passion for nature and craftsmanship. Ute’s jewellery practice is enriched by her experience in other mediums such as sculpture, textiles, paper and ceramics. Her journalistic background continues to inform her practice: she thinks carefully about her work and its context in society and the environment, while seeking a dialog with other artist and advocating sustainability. Actively engaged in campaigning for ethical ‘good practice’ from mine to jewellery-box, Ute is striving to apply the most sustainable studio practices, using recycled silver and packaging materials, and substituting traditional toxic resins with bio-resins derived from sunflowers. As well as being a key speaker at industry workshops and seminars, Ute has also written on ethical jewellery for the goldsmith magazine, while her website has become a focal point for information on ethical jewellery practices.
E: ud@utedecker.com W: www.utedecker.com
