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Modern Originals – Furniture Handcrafted by Edward Collinson
Furniture Posted by Mark Robinson

I’ve noticed quite a few makers in the past year, especially those based in Europe, who have been able to apply their craft as a skill and mix…

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Bold & Geometric Styles – Artworks by Jon Llewelyn of Formworks
Art Posted by Mark Robinson

When architect Walter Gropius founded the Bauhaus his aim was to integrate painting and sculpture with design, and to make all serve architecture. So called ‘free art’ was…

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Still and Purposeful – Song & Bora / Mo by Silversmith Alex O’Connor
Design Posted by Mark Robinson

The beautiful, minimalist work of UK-based silversmith Alex O’Conner. I was first drawn in by Alex’s ‘Kib and Skath’ capsule collection, a series of wearable sculptures that are…

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Masking Functional with Sculptural – Ceramics by Noe Kuremoto
Ceramics Posted by Mark Robinson

For many the idea of working on one form on a consistent basis is seen as quite tedious and fairly boring. It’s been a psychological idea that I’ve…

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Images in Wood – Marquetry by British Artist Chelsea Vivash
Art Posted by Mark Robinson

This interesting cross section between art and craft continues to fascinate me and is an area that I think is still lacking in exploration. It seems as though…

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A Reflection of Nature – Mirrors by Designer Katharina Eisenkoeck
Design Posted by Elsa LaCock

There have been countless comparisons made between humans, nature and our harmonious or conflicting relationship. It’s is no wonder then that designers through the years have also experimented…

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A Sensory Experience – Metal Vessels Crafted by British Artist Adi Toch
Design Posted by Elsa LaCock

Some design offers more than just a visual experience. Adi Toch believes that metal vessels and containers are a unique method of communication, engaging and able to stimulate…

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Connecting With Trees – Wooden Objects Handcrafted by Bird & Branch
Woodwork Posted by Elsa LaCock

Bird & Branch have realised that in a fast-paced world obsessed with mass production there is value in slow, traditional manufacturing techniques to create unique functional objects. The…

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Connecting Form & Surface – Sculpture by Ceramic Artist Ken Eastman
Ceramics Posted by Mark Robinson

When we think about clay we tend to link this material to smooth forms that offer a sleek and seamless surface. Even the pottery wheel, one of the…

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Engagement With Pattern – A Selection of Textiles by British Creative Laura Slater
Design Posted by Mark Robinson

Laura Slater is a talented designer who works from her print shop in West Yorkshire with the goal of designing objects for the every day that are informed by an interaction of colour and shape.

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Colour Harmonies – Abstract Prints & Paintings by Artist Tracie Andrews
Art Posted by Mark Robinson

British artist Tracie Andrews was a breath of fresh air as she has a great eye for knowing what shapes work with what colours to create stunning arrangements on paper.

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Curving & Swooping – Paintings & Prints by British Textile Artist Laurie Maun
Art Posted by Mark Robinson

Laurie Maun, a UK based artist, pulled me in with her unique formations that interweave shape and colour, combining to create artworks that are both intriguing and pleasing on the eye.

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