About Harrison

In June 2024, Harrison Smith walked away from a 14-year career to chase something less certain but far more alive—creativity. Now working in silversmithing and mixed media painting, he channels the precision of his past into something raw, unfiltered, and entirely his own.

Challenged by color blindness, Smith turns what some might see as a limitation into a strength, using bold contrasts, unconventional palettes, and intense textures to define his visual language. His work is a collision of raw textures, surreal imagery, and striking patterns, drawing influence from artists like OZZY WRONG, Yayoi Kusama, Jeff Skele, and MLAK.

His jewelry brand, Atacama Boutique, takes inspiration from organic landscapes, crafting rugged silver pieces that embrace imperfections and natural forms. Every piece is a balance of rawness and refinement, reflecting his fascination with nature’s unpredictable beauty.

As he puts it, “The universe is a mess, and that’s what makes it interesting. You can’t wait for things to be perfect—you just have to roll the dice, spill the paint, and see what happens.”

 

Art and Jewellery both Available at Atacamaboutique.com . Also soon to be available at The Seed Gallery, Byron Bay.