“I am…inspired by everything, from Modern Art to something I see on the streets,” Chan tells 3DPrint.com. “In my designing process, I try to find a balance between technology and art.”
His latest design may be his most fascinating one yet. Kinetic Ring With Ruby Spheres is designed as a small silver cage in which three small rubies are enclosed. The cage is designed as a series of concentric spirals; the innermost spiral acts as a “track” on which the rubies slowly roll as the wearer moves.
“It explores the delicate balance between freedom and captivity,” Chan explains.
Printed in sterling silver, the ring retails at $275. Chan also offers the options of 14k white gold, 14k yellow gold or 14k rose gold; contact him directly for pricing. His work is also available on several other sites including Etsy and i.materialise, though the number of items for sale on each site varies. Kinetic Ring With Ruby Spheres is Chan’s first actual kinetic jewelry piece, though much of his other work gives the impression of movement, from his series of pieces depicting rabbits in mid-sprint to his motifs of leaves and spiraling shells.
According to its website, “Vulcan Jewelry is aimed to design energetic, limited and specialized jewelry.” Energy is definitely present in Chan’s work, reflecting his own creative energy. Check out the video below to see Kinetic Ring With Ruby Spheres in motion, but be warned, you may want to watch it several times, because it’s pretty mesmerizing. Discuss this story in the 3D Printed Kinetic Jewelry forum thread on 3DPB.com.