About

 

About Me

Hi :) I’m Sonch — an artist, metalsmith, and maker of all things odd and beautiful.

I’m based in Prague, Czech Republic. For a few years, I travelled around Europe as a digital illustrator and nomad, living full-time in my tiny car (a Citroën Xsara Picasso). That adventure taught me to love old objects, natural textures, and the small, overlooked details that inspire my work today.

 

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What I Create

My work lives somewhere between the strange and the beautiful — inspired by nature, forgotten objects, cabinets of curiosities, and a hint of the occult. Each piece I make celebrates the mystery and fragility of the natural world.

 

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Techniques

✨ Electroforming — coating natural materials like insects, bones, or plants with copper or silver to preserve their shapes as wearable art.

✨ Metalsmithing — traditional silver and goldsmithing, using precious metals and gemstones.

✨ Specimen Preservation — learning ways to safely preserve insects and natural finds for art, jewellery, and décor.

✨ 3D Printing & Hand Finishing — creating realistic, anatomically accurate replicas from 3D scans or digital models. Each piece is refined by hand with goldsmithing burs, files, and engraving tools to enhance every detail.

 

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Ethics & Sourcing

No living creatures are ever harmed for my art. I work only with naturally found or old entomology specimens and recycled materials. My copper often comes from old plumbing, and my stones are sourced from trusted local or family-run suppliers.

Each piece I create is made with care, respect, and a little bit of curiosity.