Philip Noakes

Philip Noakes is recognised as one of the outstanding contemporary jewellers, goldsmiths and silversmiths working in Australia today. He has exhibited in many solo and group exhibitions both around Australia and internationally since the 1970s. Now based in Osborne Park, Noakes works as Director and creative and technical lead of Contemporary Metal, Perth’s leading jewellery and silversmithing studio. Silversmithing is one of his passions and in 2021 he began using silver discs to showcase different hammered surfaces and finishes. Noakes has worked on many ceremonial, civic and private commissions. His projects range from sculptural works to functional vessels and accessories. His work can be found in the collections of the National Gallery of Australia, Art Gallery of Western Australia, University of Western Australia, Art Gallery of South Australia, The Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences (Powerhouse Museum) in Sydney and numerous national and international private collections.