TANJA ROJC
Dawn of opportunity
A handmade silver brooch combines goldsmithing, enamelling and mechanical techniques. The oval shape of the central part hides a tree of life with roots and branches, which slowly awakens in the morning dawn, staged by the iridescence of blue shades of enamel. The interior of the brooch hides three pairs of wings, which are enamelled with transparent enamel. With the help of an internal mechanism on the chain, the wings open asymmetrically upwards, which gives the brooch dynamism and illustrates movement as a symbol of growth and endless possibilities.
The inspiration for it comes from the stories, knowledge and memories tied to her great-grandfather, Maksim Gaspari; these memories have been preserved through generations.
“Drawing strength from family roots helps us to slowly awaken into a new world with each new beginning. With the help of wide-open wings, we grow and develop.”
Material
silver 925, silver 935, enamel, stainless steel (brooch clasp)
Technique
goldsmithing techniques, enamelling, handmade
Tanja Rojc (TannaRea) is a graduate in communication studies and jewelry designer. She has worked in the field of public relations and project management at Alpina, Studio Mazzini and as a self-employed person. Her life path led her to Brussels, where she completed her jewelry design school at the Jeanne Institute and received the award for the best student in the modelling program and the Mad award. Her passion for design and creation has always been alive. She works with a variety of materials, exploring their limits and design possibilities using various techniques. Enamel remains her love, where shades of colour come to life in the embrace of metal and communicate their unique story. She is inspired by the creation of multifunctional moving jewelry.
She lives and works in Brussels, where she creates TannaRea jewelry and leads creative workshops.
