Presenting the Work of Artist — Riley Concannon

Riley Concannon is an Australian artist whose creative process utilises precious metals and found objects. Through meticulous craftsmanship, Concannon transforms raw materials into works that explore texture, value, and the tension between the natural and the constructed.

Concannon's practice draws on alchemical traditions and contemporary material culture, producing pieces that are at once delicate and commanding.

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SORN's Selected series operates at the intersection where artistic vision meets material transformation. The artists featured here do not simply create objects; they engage with process as a form of inquiry, using their chosen mediums to question assumptions about value, permanence, and meaning. Whether working with precious metals, found materials, or unconventional surfaces, these practitioners share a commitment to craft that transcends decoration. Their work invites viewers to slow down and consider the labor embedded in each piece, the decisions made at every stage of making. This emphasis on process aligns with SORN's broader editorial mission: to illuminate how creative thinking manifests across disciplines, from fashion to fine art, and to celebrate those who push against established boundaries.

The magazine's curatorial approach draws from a deep well of cultural references that span music, film, literature, and visual art. Each feature in the Selected series is positioned within a wider conversation about contemporary creativity, acknowledging the influences and dialogues that shape an artist's practice. Readers encounter not isolated portfolios but interconnected stories that reveal how ideas travel across mediums and generations. This contextual framing reflects SORN's commitment to serious arts journalism in an era of rapid content consumption. By foregrounding the thinking behind the work, the magazine creates space for meaningful engagement with art that might otherwise remain niche, bridging the gap between specialist audiences and curious newcomers alike.