About

Günter Steinscherer

Born in a small village in southern Austria, Günter became a master goldsmith at the age of 21. Voted one of Austrias top designers, he has held numerous European exhibitions over the years.

Since 1998, Günter has been based in the UK and Austria. His love of natural forms drew him to the New Forest and draws him back to Carinthia, Austria, time and again. Both landscapes in their varied forms provide the stimuli for his jewellery.

His unique designs are hand-crafted in 18 ct gold using only the finest and often the most unusual of gemstones, creating an extravagant blend which imbues each piece with its own soul.

Education

1981: Apprenticeship

1983: Master goldsmith

2009-2011: College of visual arts (sculpturing)

2011: Master of visual arts (sculpturing)

Work experience

1983-1998: Independent goldsmithNumerous exhibitions in Austria

1998-2005: Working in England, Participation in international com-petitions, Opening of an atelier in Lyndhurst / South-England, Nu-merous exhibitions

2008-2010: Atelier in Vienna

2009-2010: Research / development and successful implementation of a new platinum-silver alloy, sinc 

2010: Exhibitions in, Rome, Budapest, Vienna, London

2012-2014: Teacher at the Ortwein-schule Graz, department art and design

Prices

2000: Winner of Design- and Craftsmanship Award in London
2005: Winner of Design- and Craftsmanship Award in London

2010: Winner of London Jewellery International Special Award