When I first moved over to Melbourne, I often frequented what is still one of my favourite galleries – At Large. Run by two of Melbournes finest artists, Mishap and Simz, shows at At Large are still something that I look back on with a lot of fondness. The gallery, however, wasn’t the only grand thing about those times – it was the chance to get to know both artists, and their work, that really defined the time.

Having been a little quieter on the art front of late, I knew that when I next heard from Mishap that she’d have something really unique and awesome up her sleeve – the girl just can’t stop creating. Thats when I heard about her new project, Def Lab Jewellery.

“DEF LAB is a new Melbourne Designer Jewellery Label, specializing in unique, quality, custom made designs. Made and designed in Melbourne by Graffiti Artist Mishap (At Large Gallery), the first collection also features some Limited Edition Silver rings from partner in crime Rolex Bifta.

The label has been an entire year in the making of learning how to translate her art to a new medium and produce her designs in top quality silver, brass and hand painted sustainable maple.

DEF LAB is proud to unveil it’s very first collection My Life, which is inspired by the Artist’s love of Hip Hop, Pinup and Tattoos.
Amongst the collection are Sterling Silver rings inspired by Influential rappers, Graffiti alphabet necklaces in ice cream flavours, and Custom Brass name plates. The collection although eclectic, all have one thing in common; they’re inspired by the things we love in our everyday life, painting and having fun with friends, city life in Melbourne and the music we listen to.

The range can be seen in person at Collingwood Gallery for one night only. All orders made on the night will receive 10% off, can be customized to suit you and sent out in the following weeks. Join us for some bubbly and come follow our exciting new journey!”

Now, I’m no purveyor of jewellery – and I don’t believe I’ve ever posted up an article about jewellery on this site, but having seen some of the previews of the work that I’ve seen Mishap put up, I can safely say that I’m a fan. They’re a grand extension of her street aesthetics, and I’m excited to see it all!

Head down to Collingwood gallery this Thursday night to see it as well.

Who: Def Lab Jewellery (Mishap)
What: Def Lab Jewellery Launch
Where: Collingwood Gallery, Collingwood Gallery, 292 Smith St, Collingwood, Victoria, Australia
When: Opening runs from 6:30pm til 9:30pm Thursday 5th December – for one night only!!

Check out the Facebook event page for more info!