The Present Time
Piece for the Grand Prix of Akoya Pearl Jewellery Competition
Year 2021
A pendant that depicts the cherry blossom, a flower with multiple representations. One of them is the symbol of spring, which is seen as a moment to dwell on the brevity of life and practice gratitude by being present in each moment.
A human’s life is often viewed as a ticking time on a clock, and one thing that connects us with these flowers is the time left. A single cherry blossom has a lifespan of 2 weeks to bloom beautifully before they fall from its tree. This reminds us of the human we are by making every moment in the present count.
