Born in the Aichi Prefecture of Japan in 1981, Mariko Sumioka graduated from Edinburgh College of Art in 2011. Sumioka's sculptural jewellery is inspired by the natural textures and colours, the forms, and the principle of Zen, which can be found in traditional Japanese architecture. She creates the fascinating pieces with combination of bamboo, enamel, kimono silk and precious metals. Collaging is an essential part of her creation. By adding elements onto others, Mariko freely develops her ideas and assembles them into wearable pieces of jewellery.