November 22, 2011

Molecular Addictions // The Final Collection

I’m so proud to finally be able to introduce you to the complete Molecular Addictions Collection! Caffeine, THC, nicotine, MDMA, chocolate and DMT. Six photoshoots, six product launches and six stunning silhouette necklaces all coming together over the last six months of 2011.

Aroha Silhouettes, Molecular Addictions, Caffeine Necklace, Molecule, Chemistry, Jewellery, coffee, Kelly Jill, Vincent Lee, Talysia Ayala, Siri Elizabeth Williams, CafeEveryone has his or her own secret indulgence. Molecular Addictions is a jewellery collection and a concept series where molecules are depicted in a way that shows the dark and lonely addictions we can have to addictive substances. Some of the molecules in the collection are easily accessible and consumed on a daily basis whereas others are illicit and taboo, consumed in secret or with close friends.

A piece from the Molecular Addictions Collection is a unique way to show the world what you’re truly craving as you go about your day. Kind of like a little wearable bat signal to other users who are on the same wavelength that you are.

Aroha Silhouettes, Molecular Addictions, Necklace, Molecule, Chemistry, Jewellery, Kelly Jill, Vincent Lee, Talysia Ayala, Kelsey Harker, Vancouver, THC, weed, marijuana, Bathtub, Tub, drugs
Aroha Silhouettes, Molecular Addictions, Necklace, Molecule, Chemistry, Jewellery, Kelly Jill, Vincent Lee, Talysia Ayala, Melissa Hamar, Nicotine, Cigarettes, Smoking, model, photoshootMolecular Addictions was released in a totally new way – one piece launched each month for six months. Instead of just doing the standard one model wearing six different necklaces, Kelly and I went for six models wearing six necklaces, each in different settings to match the molecule being photographed.

Aroha Silhouettes, Molecular Addictions, Necklace, Molecule, Chemistry, Jewellery, Kelly Jill, Vincent Lee, Talysia Ayala, Stephanie Poato, Vancouver, MDMA, Ecstasy, EA huge part of the project and what has truly brought it to life is the collaboration with photographer Kelly Jill. She has brought an entirely new dimension to the project and transformed the collection into a story. It doesn’t even seem that long ago that I was nervously emailing her to introduce the concept!

I’m also so stoked that Molecular Addictions gave me the opportunity to work with some of Vancouver’s most talented and inspiring hair and makeup artists, stylists and beautiful models who are open minded and interested in doing something a little more on the risky side and outside the box.


Aroha Silhouettes, Molecular Addictions, Necklace, Molecule, Chemistry, Jewellery, Kelly Jill, Vincent Lee, Talysia Ayala, Anca Oala, DMT, Spirit Molecule, Dimethyltryptamine, VaporGenieA special thank you to everyone who made the Molecular Addictions what it is – Kelly Jill, Emma Garland, Talysia Ayala, Vincent Lee, Siri Williams, Kelsey Harker, Melissa Hamar, Stephanie Poato, Kimberly Rae, Anca Oala and of course Mark for turning all my crappy footage into something actually worth watching. Without the help of all these awesome people Molecular Addictions would be a big blob of nothing!

I hope you enjoy this final video of all the Molecular Addictions photoshoots put together ...

Molecular Addictions // The DMT Necklace

The DMT Necklace is the sixth and final molecule to be added the Molecular Addictions Collection of necklaces by Aroha Silhouettes.

Aroha Silhouettes, Molecular Addictions, DMT Necklace, Dimethyltryptamine, Molecule, Chemistry, Jewellery, Spirit Molecule, Kelly Jill, Vincent Lee, Talysia Ayala, Anca OalaDMT (or N,N-Dimethyltryptamine for the geeks out there) is a hallucinogenic drug that produces intense psychedelic effects over a short duration. Often called ‘the spirit molecule’, DMT can produce powerful experiences including intense visuals, euphoria and perceived extensions of reality.

Wearing this necklace is certainly a unique way to show those around you that you're a fan of DMT. Keep it for yourself or give as a gift to a DMT loving friend.

Aroha Silhouettes, Molecular Addictions, DMT Necklace, Dimethyltryptamine, Molecule, Chemistry, JewelleryThis shoot was a lot harder than the other addictions to conceptualize. How do you portray someone hallucinating? Props became a little difficult too, turns out you can't just go into a head shop and ask for their finest crack pipe! With a little research we went with the VaporGenie and it worked beautifully in the final images. In the end everything came together and I couldn't be happier with the results!

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Photography - Kelly Jill
Hair And Makeup - Talysia Ayala
Model – Anca Oala
Styling - Vincent Lee

Check out the DMT Necklace in the Aroha Silhouettes online store here, as well as the rest of the Molecular Addictions Necklaces.

November 12, 2011

Molecular Addictions // The Chocolate Necklace

The Chocolate Necklace is the fifth addition to the Molecular Addictions Collection and one that I've been excited about from the start.
I had so much fun shopping for this shoot - chocolate chips, Hershey's kisses, a chocolate block, chocolate coins, chocolate fingers, chocolate almonds and dark chocolate. CHOCOLATE!!! There was also a good stash of leftovers which didn't last long once I got them home.
Chocolate, Aroha Silhouettes, Plate, Spread, Chocoholic, Molecular AddictionsTheobromine is the molecule found in chocolate which has a mild stimulatory effect on the central nervous system. Because its natural presence in cocoa beans, theobromine is found in all chocolate products. With its creamy taste and divine flavor, chocolate is an ideal addition to the Molecular Addictions Collection! Curb your cravings by wearing this delicious and dainty Chocolate Necklace or give it as a perfect gift to a self declared chocoholic.

Check out the fifth chapter of Molecular Addictions, the Chocolate Necklace here, and be sure to follow along on Facebook or by signing up to the mailing list so you don’t miss when your favorite molecule is released! There's just one more to come at the end of November.

Photography - Kelly Jill
Hair And Makeup - Talysia Ayala
Model – Kimberly Rae
Styling - Vincent Lee