a contemporary jewellery designer and maker. Grew up in Europe where she trained as a wig designer and make-up artist. In 1993 she moved to New Zealand and studied 3-d design at Unitec Auckland/NZ. Simplicity and minimalism are key factors in her work. Repetitions of a simple form, which are found in everyday life. Observing the way things meet,

join and how they relate to each other is one important source of her inspiration. Tatjana also calls herself an object designer. she pushes and explores the boundries of jewellery and it's connotations - however the relationship to the body will remain. Her work is exhibited in NZ, Australia and Europe.