Jeweller, metalsmith & glass artist
A British designer maker specialising in jewellery, metalwork & glass art.
I began my journey in 2001 in London, where alongside a career in advertising and design, became a Fellow of the Gemmological Society in London having studied the art of gemstone valuation and identification. A self-taught designer, from there, I moved on to study jewellery manufacture in London's jewellery quarter at The British School of Jewellery and it was here that I learned the traditional techniques of stone setting, engraving and jewellery design.
In 2016, following a move from London to the South Coast, I made the decision to start a Contemporary Craft BA at University Centre, Hastings. Emphasis on a more experimental approach to making has enabled me me to broaden my skillset and develop my own design aesthetic through the exploration of different materials.
I'm now studying for a Research Masters in Jewellery Design at Central Saint Martin's. My practice is still based on exploring innovations in glass techniques and looking to evolve my design practice further.
Education
2004 - 2008
Gemmological Society of Great Britain
Level 5 Gem-A Diploma: Distinction
2012 - 2015
British Academy of Jewellery
Level 2 & 3 Diploma: Merit
2016 - 2019
2021 - 2023
Hastings Art College (University of Brighton)
Designer Maker BA: 1st Class Honours
Central Saint Martin's, London
Research Masters: Jewellery Design
Exhibitions
Oct 3 - Nov 16 2019 'Tales of the Subconscious' Gill Wing, London
Sep 28-Nov 16 2019 'Portal', Llangtarnam Grange Arts Centre, Cwmbran
Jun 2019 New Designers, Business Design Centre, London
Jun 2019 Degree Show, University Centre, Hastings
May-Aug 2019 Pewter Now. Kellham Island Museum, Sheffield
Sep 2018 British Society of Enamellers, Bursary Exhibition
Sep 2018 'Breathe' Coastal Currents , Hastings
Awards
Aug 2019 . Contemporary Glass Society, New Graduate Review, Commended
Jun 2019 Award for Excellence. Nomination, Hastings University Centre
Jan 2019 Goldsmith's Company Precious Metal Bursary for 'm.other'
May 2018 Pewter Live , London: 1st prize Student Open Category | Best in Show