Sarah King

Sarah King is an established jeweller and tutor at Central Saint Martins, part of University of the Arts London. She specializes in creating sculptural, contemporary jewellery using both traditional precious metals and alternative materials, with particular expertise in wood and bioresin applications.

Her research interests focus on:

• Contemporary jewellery design with emphasis on form and structure
• Innovative use of wood in jewellery making
• Pioneering applications of bioresin in contemporary jewellery
• Exploration of sustainable and alternative materials in jewellery
• Experimental combinations of precious and non-precious materials
• Material transformation techniques

Sarah has developed significant expertise in sustainable jewellery practices, having explored alternative materials for over 20 years. Her work bridges the gap between craft and fashion, with pieces worn by notable figures including Kate Moss (commissioned for W magazine) and Iris Apfel, who has been photographed wearing her bioresin bangles.

Her notable achievements include:

• Association of Contemporary Jewellery Prize
• Multiple Goldsmiths' Craftmanship and Design Awards
• Publication of 'Creating Jewellery in Wood' (2019)
• Works in public collections including Crafts Council and British Council

Sarah provides expert guidance to students through various short courses at Central Saint Martins, focusing on practical techniques and material innovation in jewellery making. Her teaching emphasizes sustainability, creative exploration of materials, and the technical possibilities that transform humble materials into striking jewellery pieces.