[](http://canadiandesignresource.ca/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/vanmckenzie_mosaic_large_mixed_bracelet_lowres.jpg) Van McKenzie, (Toronto), often starts with a modestly designed element inspired by natural forms (leaves, seed-pods, pebbles, etc.) that literally multiply into a resplendent piece of jewellery. Meticulously crafted, the simple element is repeated and becomes a bold composite structure. Arranged as a whole they are exuberant or as quiet as prayer-beads. Van makes very beautiful jewellery, to be worn intimately and celebrated publicly! [-Melanie Egan](http://www.harbourfrontcentre.com/)