Holon, Israel
Member of Klimt 02, she graduated from Shenkar College of Engineering and Design and her works were shown in exhibitions worldwide and presented in various publications.
Lital believes that jewellery has a deep and personal meaning and is the embodiment of memories. They symbolise small and intimate moments in life, which are often given as a gift or being passed down within the family. For that reason, jewellery should have something more than just an aesthetic value. It should make a statement, provoke thought and arouse emotion. According to Lital, jewellery is and should be fun.
My Family Album
Brooch annd necklace
Materials: coloured beads, thread
Out of Nothing (2021)
In 2021 she participated in the Jewelry Selection contest DAZZLE ME! with the brooch and the necklace named Out of Nothing.
The popular perception of jewelry is that it must be made from materials such as precious metals, diamonds and gems, they should shine and be beautiful. What happens when you play with this perception: if you change the matter, will it still be recognized as a jewel?
Using precious materials such as silver and zirconia, Lital Mendel tried to invent a new setting, fusing the precious stone into transparent resin spheres. This makes them appear to float in space while retaining the familiar look of classic models.
Just one more… (2017) necklace
Material: paper.
Repetitive patterns have always fascinated her. The methodical recurrence of a single element, as a building block for a bigger structure, has a powerful effect which grows the more the unit is used. Every piece of jewelry is made of hundreds of units. At first the units had no influence on the jewelry (except for the one she intended them to have), but as she added more and more of them they started to have a growing impact on the shape and flexibility of the jewelry. The creation of this collection always involves dealing with the conflict between the material and its “will” and my intentions the designer. Early in their relationship, she and her partner had to live apart for a long period. For the sake of romance and intimacy between them despite the long distance, they decided to send each other handwritten letters, as a way to feel closer. When they were eventually reunited, they realized they have both saved those letters. The paper she used for the necklaces is made from printed copies of those letters. By using them for the folded units that make the jewelry she carries them with her as a constant reminder of their love, but at the same time the contents are known only to her which is also like carrying a secret personal memento.
