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Mandy Nash

mandy nash

Llantrisant RCT

I set up my workshop in 1983 after leaving the Royal College of Art. In 1990 I established my studio in Model House Craft and Design Centre in Llantrisant. I work primarily in anodised aluminium producing one off and batch production jewellery. As the material is light and not too expensive I can make large, bold pieces which are both wearable and affordable. Most importantly, by anodising it, I can achieve bright and brilliant colour effects. My passions My three passions are colour, pattern and technique. I love making things and exploring the possibilities of different materials. Although I trained as a jeweller, my work has been heavily influenced by both traditional and contemporary textiles. Over the last twenty years I have also been developing work in felt. I combine this with my jewellery practice to create both functional pieces and work that is purely decorative. My creative ancestry inspires me Much of my recent work has evolved from looking back at my creative ancestry. It was my grandmothers who initiated my fascination with making objects. They passed on their traditional textile skills and started my passion for creating anything from colourful materials. In 2010, I received an Arts Council of Wales grant to help me purchase a laser cutter which enabled me to develop new work. I have used this to explore different materials such as taffeta, acrylic, cardboard and wood. This has opened up many exciting possibilities and I feel I have only just started this journey. I am involved in many craft groups and associations. I am regional co-ordinator and Chair of the International Feltmakers Association. I am a member of the Makers Guild in Wales, of the Association of Contemporary Jewellery and of MaP, a textile group. I have exhibited widely in the UK, Europe, Japan, USA and Canada.

Kelvin J Birk

kelvin j birk

London

Kelvin J. Birk produces jewellery as well as larger objects, mainly in silver and gold with all types of gemstones. Within his work he crushes precious gemstones and glues them back together, sometimes in a random uncontrolled shape, other times in a more controlled manner and then combines these stones with jewellery pieces or objects in precious metal. Within his work he is consciously disregarding what is traditionally considered precious. Birk revels in a lack of control, allows chaos to take over and the nature of the precious materials to dictate the final outcome of the pieces. His collection is constantly developing and through different creative processes new pieces emerge all the time, ensuring that no two are identical. Like the experiences of personal life, there is always destruction and loss yet out of these processes come new things and new orders. Kelvin J. Birk’s jewellery illustrates this theme of chaos and re-creation. There is always order in chaos, we lose things and we gain things. It is a constant. After Graduating in Goldsmithing and jewellery making at the Berufsfachschule fuer Glas und Schmuck, Germany, Kelvin J. Birk took his MA in Silversmithing and Jewellery (awarded with distinction) from the Sir John Cass Faculty of Art in London, UK (1997). Kelvin exhibited at various fairs and exhibitions in Great Britain, Europe, the USA, China and Taiwan. His work won him several prizes and awards and he received several grants from different funding bodies. His work has been featured in numerous magazines, newspapers and in a range of jewellery and design books. Kelvin is available for consultations and happy to discuss special commissions and bespoke pieces. He became a specialist in up-cycling old jewellery, where he recycles your unworn jewellery into a stunning new wearable piece of jewellery.

Salsatropical Dance Company Ltd.- Salsa & Bachata Classes

salsatropical dance company ltd.- salsa & bachata classes

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London

Salsa Tropical comprises a group of talented and passionate professional dancers located in the heart of London, E14. The company was formed by Maria Palmieri back in 2005 and since then has taught many people located in the city how to dance Salsa and Bachata. Why choose a dance company? Many clients come to us, preferring to work with a specialist company than rely on an individual teacher. Sometimes they have been disappointed in the past, not happy with the level of tuition received by a previous instructor. Alternately, they want to ensure that they get the best service from experienced dancers and feel that only a company can provide this. When you choose Salsa Tropical, you have assured the provision of so many advantages and benefits: 16 years of experience in Latin American dance instruction High standards of tuition Dance teachers are fully trained and experienced. Used to working with both individuals and companies (HMBC, KMPG, Johnson & Johnson, Virgin Atlantic, Sainsbury’s, British Airways, Pret a Manger, Reebok, Museum of Docklands etc.) What we do As well as teaching Salsa and Bachata, our dance studio in London is known as a meeting place for like-minded individuals. If you are looking to make new friends and meet with people, there is no better place to be. Several students that met at our dance school in London are now happily married! Learning to dance Salsa or Bachata is so fun and educational, keeps you healthy and is an excellent social activity. If you find the gym too monotonous and jogging too lonely, sign up for one of our classes and revitalise your health and fitness. After a dance session, you will feel rejuvenated and happy with many positive endorphins running through your body. Dance is an excellent form of exercise that simultaneously teaches you an art form, all supported by vibrant and sensual Latin American music. Our studio and dance teachers Our dance studio based in the heart of London offers the perfect setting for learning Salsa or Bachata. Here you have the space as well as a welcoming environment in which to find your dancing feet. Working as a team, each of our dance instructors is thoroughly trained and experienced. No matter your level of dance expertise or which style you prefer, we have the perfect instructor for you. We teach dance workshops and individual and group lessons. You will find us friendly, approachable, easy-going and patient; we want your dance lessons to be fun as well as instructive. This is never a problem if you begin with one teacher or dance style and then wish to swap to another. Because we are a company, we have the flexibility and adaptability to meet your wishes. Our dance training programmes in London will make you into a well-rounded and competent Latin American dancer. Please make us your go-to company for all things Bachata and Salsa related!