Crafting intricate jewellery from brass is a time-consuming process, says Labunda. Photos: The Star/Low Lay Phon
When Jason Labunda was a young boy, he would listen with rapt attention as his grandmother told him Sabah folklore stories, such as The Dragon of Kinabalu, The Chinese Prince and the Kadazan Maiden and The Shipwrecked Prince.
He learnt about Sabah’s rich history, folklores, myths, legends that hark back centuries and his Kadazan grandmother, Bobohizan (high priestess) Tomunsi Matanul, enjoyed sharing these tales with Labunda before bedtime.
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Crafting intricate jewellery from brass is a time-consuming process, says Labunda. Photos: The Star/Low Lay Phon
Hopefully, my creations will inspire those who share the same interest in caring for our planet, says Labunda.
Labunda understands the importance of preserving his heritage and culture and passing it down to the next generation. Photo: Jason Labunda
The patterns running along the face of the bangle are geometric adaptations of weaving patterns among certain Bornean ethnic groups. Photo: Jason Labunda
Brass hairpins that carry a motif of twisting vines. Photo: Jason Labunda
Through his handcrafted jewellery, Labunda hopes to preserve his heritage. Photo: Jason Labunda
Brass earrings in Labunda’s jewellery collection.
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