Applied Art

Vast experience in the art world, as an artist, academic and curator. Projects have included competitions, permanent and temporary displays, as well as educational and commercial exhibitions and events. Several of the projects and exhibitions organised have been for the benefit of charities and public organisations. In 2000 Armando co-founded a new art movement, Neomodernism, which is a philosophical outlook on art that aims to bring back spiritual and aesthetic values. Details of Armando's exhibitions and work can be seen on www.armando.co.uk and www.gxgallery.com..

I am a designer/maker specialising in organically influenced ethereal textile jewellery, silver jewellery and photography...

An artist working in oils, acryclic and mixed media. A tutor and community artist with 15 years experience. More recently my enquiring mind has led me into the field of ceramics/ceramic modelling. I also have experience of management in Adult Education. ..

I have a BA in visual arts, a a PG in Japanese and Korean art and I am studying for a Research degree in Fine art. I have participated to various exhibitions, I had solo exhibitions in Germany and in England. I also create origami, Japanese paper dolls and paper screens. My artworks are inspired by my own nature and my relationship with the Earth to spread emotions to the world and to reach peace ...

I aim to develop a creative process that is accessible for all ages and individuals which involves learning new techniques as well as experimenting with existing skills. As a textile designer I focus on primarily using recycled or reclaimed materials in my own work where possible and these principles are echoed in my workshops. The creative value of combining old with new is a recurring theme throughout my workshops. I have worked with Key Stages 1, 2, 3 & 4 in both school and hospital environments. ..

Experienced artist and workshop facilitator primarily in ceramics. My workshop experience is largely within education (all ages) working on curricular and extra-curricular programs to produce 2 and 3-D ceramic work both non-site and site-specific. I also have community workshop experience. Current CRB checks...

My current work is concerned with ceremony and ritual with object reflective of small altars. My ceramics is usually polished so the work is similar to polished marble or stonework. The collection of pieces I have made for the Confluence Exhibition all contain materials collected in Deptford Creek...

This is Michelle’s first collection from her own label Chelle by Michelle Hennessy. She is looking to establish her own label designing and making evening handbags before moving onto a womenswear collection. Her handbags are one of a kind, handmade with beading, embroidery and crochet.

Her handbag’s have been in a recent fashion show at china whites for Breakthrough Breast Cancer and are in the forthcoming fashion show at the London Palladium...

‘Waste not want not’. I work with discarded materials such as carrier bags, tea bags, BT wire, basically any material I can access in large quantities as I like working in multiples. By changing the purpose and identity of a material its perceived value is increased. It demonstrates that these everyday materials should be seen as a valuable resource. ..

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