ABOUT
I’m Ella Badu, an artist, jeweller, and storyteller based in Naarm (Melbourne). My work lives where memory meets metal, blending traditional West African craftsmanship with contemporary design to create pieces that hold story, symbol, and spirit.
Jewellery wasn’t my first path. My journey began in Chemical Engineering, drawn to metallurgy and sustainability. But in time, it was the material itself—and a quiet longing to connect more deeply with my heritage—that pulled me toward the bench.
In 2023, I returned to Ghana and apprenticed with Ashanti goldsmiths, learning traditional techniques that continue to guide my hands today.
I create across forms: from jewellery designed to be worn, to objects made for contemplation, ritual, or exhibition.
A’Sika is the wearable arm of my practice. Founded in Ghana in 2018 and now rooted in Australia, A’Sika was born from a deep reverence for the ritual, regalia, and symbolism found within West African traditions.
A’Sika aims to create purposeful slow crafted jewellery that ignites storytelling and a connection to all those before us. Each adornment is crafted from recycled or responsibly sourced materials and is the product of ongoing exploration of culture, land and spirituality.
Whether worn, commissioned, or simply witnessed, I hope my work invites reflection, connection, and remembrance.
