Carista Bay, Lewis

Arie Vardi was born in Chile, graduated in graphics design in Jerusalem and has lived in Scotland since 1991. His original paintings are mainly inspired by a deep connection with the west coast of Scotland, Perthshire and the Mediterranean. The elemental form of the land in Scotland and in special the connective points of sea and shore are of particular interest. Arie Vardi is also a jewellery designer and have been designing and creating silver jewellery in Scotland since 1991. The jewellery is sterling silver and incorporates semi-precious stones such as rose quartz, amethyst, turquoise, opal, pearls and moonstone. The main jewellery collection comprises of earrings, pendants, necklaces, bracelets and rings. Inspiration for the designs comes from the Scottish landscape echoing the shapes and forms of rocks, flowers and water.