I trained as a jeweller and silversmith and worked in Knightsbridge and Bond Street in the antiques trade. But I have always collected craft skills, like a magpie collects shiny objects. From knitting to stump work embroidery, metal engraving to wood carving. I like to use traditional craft skills to create my work, marrying together my love of antiques with a whimsical narrative. I utilise as many traditional materials like wood veneer and brass, and repurpose as many second-hand materials as I can, to breathe new life into old and obsolete objects.
I intentionally work with as low impact on the planet as possible; with minimal use of plastics, new materials and fossil fuels. From the work itself to my banking, from power to packaging – I am trying to create “miniature art with a tiny footprint”.
Some items in my gallery are for sale, do contact me if you are interested in buying any of them or if you would like to discuss a commission. Prices vary but tend to range from £100 – £2000.
Isla
Work In Progress:
Silver Teapot / Alice in wonderland themed commission
Location:
Wiltshire, United Kingdom
Another passion
The Borrowed Isle 