meet the mentors
One of the big benefits of the Diploma courses with Jewellers Academy is that you are assigned a mentor who will work with you one to one over Zoom. And they will assess your work and give you one to one constructive feedback.
Here are the mentors for the 2023/24 Diploma students.
If you’d like to find out more about some of the mentors do watch our Meet the Mentors 2024 replay >
Mentors for the Diploma in Fine Jewellery and the advanced diploma in jewellery
Amy Hubbard
Mentor for the Diploma in Fine Jewellery
Amy is a full-time goldsmith by day, and a jewellery tutor by night. She has been in the industry since graduating from UCA Farnham in 2007, working in various roles ranging from retail, jewellery design & manufacture, management, and since 2011 has been at the bench. Alongside her day job, Amy also designs and makes her own jewellery, and enjoys sharing her knowledge, tips and tricks with her students, teaching a variety of one day courses as well as a weekly term time class.
What I do
I’m a full-time goldsmith, working in all metals and gemstones, mostly to customer commission, often working closely with clients to re-imagine old pieces of jewellery into brand new pieces which will be treasured and become family heirlooms. I’m also a part-time tutor, teaching beginner and advanced jewellery classes mostly in silver and bead stringing. I very much enjoy watching my students progress and gain confidence as time goes by, and now I am looking forward to helping more jewellers grow their hobbies and careers by mentoring with Jewellers Academy!
My biggest achievement so far
Being privileged to have people come and ask me to make their jewellery feels like an honour and a great achievement. It makes me feel proud to be a part of peoples stories; making the precious treasures that commemorate life’s milestones.
I am inspired by
Meaning, symbols, history & magic. I try to add meaning to most of the things I make, drawing inspiration from the historical use of jewellery as talismans and amulets.
Website: www.alittlehandmade.com
Jewellery copyright Amy Hubbard 2021
Anelia Kuprina
Technical Mentor for the Advanced Diploma in Jewellery
Anelia is an award-winning independent London jewellery designer, who combines traditional hand-making techniques with modern technologies to create exquisite jewels.
In the ten years that she has spent in the industry, she has worked for leading UK jewellery companies, West End ateliers and the time-honoured workshops of Hatton Garden. This practical training has endowed her with the skills necessary to be able to expertly manipulate precious metals and infuse meticulous precision into her work. Her signature is
bold, innovative and exciting. Anelia jewellery utilises her innate understanding of form and texture with a potent blend of hypnotic colour to create luxurious sculptural masterpieces in miniature form.
What I do
After teaching for almost two years at the London Jewellery School, it is fantastic to be part of The Jewellers Academy team and continue to guide, and support jewellery students on their creative journey! In my own jewellery practice, I specialise in working on bespoke commissions and one-off pieces for my private clients with their choice of precious metals and gems.
My biggest achievement so far
Launching my own studio to be able utilise my artistic freedom to create innovative and highly covetable fine jewellery!
I am inspired by
I feel inspired by the process of visualising and bringing to life something that exists only in my or my clients’ imagination, creating balanced, harmonious pieces whilst creating a deeper meaning beyond the aesthetic.
Website: www.aneliajewellery.co.uk
You can find out more about Anelia by listening to her interview on the Jewellers Academy podcast >
APRIL DACE
April is a jewellery designer, maker and repairer based in Norfolk. After 4 years studying jewellery at university and 5 years working in jewellery workshops around East Anglia, April took the leap to become her own boss working on her bespoke jewellery business, April Dace Jewellery back in 2020, and she’s never looked back! Recently April became a new Mum to twins Beatrix and Skylar and is entering a new chapter of her career as a working Mum! She currently works on jewellery commissions from her home workshop, as well as being a bench jeweller carrying out repairs at a local jewellers a few days a week.
What I do:
I run my bespoke jewellery business, April Dace Jewellery, from my home studio and workshop in Norfolk. I design and make jewellery to commission in gold, silver, platinum and gemstones in all manner of styles to suit my clients requirements. I also carry out repairs and make jewellery part-tim at a local jewellers.
My biggest achievement so far:
My biggest achievement so far is a tie between setting up my own business and having my twins! They both hold huge personal merit for me in different ways! Taking the leap into full time self employment and being able to support myself financially has given me the biggest boost and happiness doing what I love. And having the twins, although challenging at times, shows me every day what an achievement it is being a parent.
I am inspired by…
I am inspired by materials and processes. I am fascinated by how you can manipulate metal in so many different ways, transforming it from raw material to something of beauty, value and sentiment. Gemstones also inspire me in how every stone is completely unique and I love to find ways to best showcase a stone or match up the stone to the wearer.
Jewellery copyright April Dace 2022
Barbara Yarde
Mentor for the Diploma in Fine Jewellery
Barbara studied jewellery and silversmithing at Sir John Cass University in London. She is a trained goldsmith and passionate tutor and mentor for Jewellers Academy.
Her work combines traditional silver and gold designs with techniques such as wax carving, Keum-Boo (fine gold fusing) and reticulation. She runs her own jewellery brand in London selling handmade collections and bespoke work.
What I do
As well as working with Jewellers Academy as a mentor and filming courses I am working on a lot of commissions at the moment and have had a few people wanting me to rework jewellery they already own.
My biggest achievement so far
Having repeat customers. I love it when people come back to me for more jewellery or for pieces for their family. It's the highest compliment!
I am inspired by
People who do not give up!
Website: www.barbarayardejewels.com
You can find out more about Barbara by listening to her interview on the Jewellers Academy podcast >
Benjamin Afarian
Mentor for the Diploma in Fine Jewellery
Benjamin Afarian, is a passionate and creative craftsman from the world of street art in Marseille, South of France.
From a young age, Ben started working with jewellery and after schooling, he worked for 6 years as a workshop leader in France and a further year in Hatton Garden London honing his skills and growing his love for fine jewellery.
Ben specialises in working with gold and creates his own bespoke designs and collections for his jewellery business Lavask.
I am inspired by
My principal inspiration is from graffiti and street art, I like to play with urban structures as bricks, walls etc
My biggest achievement
I started my jewellery business Lavask in 2012, and my biggest achievement is to relocate and reopen my company in 2019 in London, UK.
Website: https://lavask.com/
Jewellery copyright Benjamin Afarian 2021
Hayley Kruger
Mentor for the Advanced Diploma in Jewellery and the Diploma in Fine Jewellery
Hayley is a bench jeweller with over 20 years of experience. She runs her own company making and selling high-end bespoke jewellery.
She has taught at the London Jewellery School for 8 years and also teaches workshops from her own studio. Having been a mentor on the London Jewellery School Diploma for a number of years she is experienced at working with students and has a great capacity to support them on their journey to professional silver and gold jewellery making.
What I do
My main focus now is dividing my time between creating bespoke and commissioned pieces for private clients, as well as consulting small jewellery business on ranges, design and production. And of course I love being a tutor for Jewellers Academy and various other organisations and community groups.
My biggest achievement so far
Believing in myself and pushing myself to learn and grow even when the hurdles seem so high. As a result I was invited to show my work at the Victoria & Albert Museum, I have been published in Vogue, Stylist and Marie Claire to name a few. And I was invited to be an ambassador for Triumph Lingerie's Women in Making campaigns 2013 and 2014.
I am inspired by
Colour is my main source of inspiration, and no matter how hard I try to use muted colours, a flash of bright fuchsia or some tropical hue always seems to find is way into my work. Recently I have found myself drawn back to my roots by being drawn to traditional techniques and skills.
Hayley's website: www.hayleykruger.com
You can find out more about Hayley by listening to her interview on the Jewellers Academy podcast >
Jewellery copyright Hayley Kruger 2021
Katherine Richmond
Design Mentor for the Advanced Diploma in Jewellery
Katherine Richmond is an award-winning contemporary jeweller and artist based in Northamptonshire with over 16 years experience as a professional designer/maker. Her current work combines the luxury of precious metals with something altogether more ephemeral – the pages of old books.
Katherine’s professional training took place at the School of Jewellery in Birmingham where she graduated with a First Class Honours Degree in 2003 and was awarded a Precious Metal Bursary from the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths.
In 2009 Katherine achieved an MA Distinction and now exhibits in the UK and internationally, creating new collections and regularly working to commission bespoke gifts using client’s books and precious papers. Alongside her contemporary practice, Katherine also uses CAD and rapid prototyping technology to produce bespoke wedding and engagement jewellery for private clients
What I do
Aside from developing my jewellery business, I very much enjoy teaching and believe that learning is lifelong. I have over 10 years teaching experience, designing, delivering and assessing accredited and non-accredited courses, working with local community organisations and galleries as both a tutor and coordinator and more recently with the British Academy of Jewellery in London as a Diploma tutor. I continue to exhibit and aim to push the boundaries of conceptual jewellery and object design, through teaching and making.
My biggest achievement so far
I am very proud to have exhibited my work in some of the most prestigious shows and galleries in the world, including Collect at The Saatchi Gallery, LOOT at The Museum of Arts and Design in New York and The Museum of London. My work has also been featured in a number of publications including 500 Paper Objects: New Directions in Paper Art by Lark Crafts and more recently ‘Tales from the Toolbox’ (Narrative Jewellery) by Mark Fenn. To have my work recognised by others in this way is a huge compliment.
I am inspired by
My current work explores the fragile relationship between the tangible and ephemeral and is inspired by the fleeting recollections of memory and the tensions between control and disorder. I use books as a symbol of permanence and longevity to create wearable and decorative objects that embrace the beauty of the imperfect, impermanent and incomplete. I take inspiration from working directly with the materials and enjoy seeing where a piece takes me, as it often takes on a whole different form to the one that I first imagine.
Website: www.katherinerichmond.com
Jewellery copyright Katherine Richmond 2021
Michael Milloy
Design Mentor for the Advanced Diploma in Jewellery
Michael has been a jewellery designer for over 30 years. He runs his own company dealing with national and international clients.
After completing an apprenticeship and working for a number of years with renowned silversmith Clive Burr, Michael set up his own business, selling his collections in outlets such as Harrods, Paul Smith and Agete in Japan.
His passion for creating statement catwalk jewellery began, and developed, through working with clients including Marc Jacobs, Louis Vuitton and Coach.
He has also been teaching at Central St Martins for over 20 years.
What I do
My work has evolved from creating my own collections to consulting and prototyping my clients’ designs, utilising both traditional and cutting-edge jewellery techniques. At CSM I teach an experimental setting project to 2nd-year jewellery design students, using unconventional ways of holding an object in place, pushing the students to think of different design solutions to achieve the brief.
My biggest achievement so far
Is having been fortunate enough to always work in a profession I love and am passionate about.
I am inspired by
I find inspiration all around me, from architecture to historical artefacts. At the moment I’m finding the work of Schiaparelli and Iris van Herpen really interesting; Schiaparelli for their lovely touch of surrealism and van Herpen for her delicate use of engineering.
Instagram: https://instagram.com/michael.milloy
You can find out more about Michael on the Meet the Mentors 2022 replay >
Jewellery copyright Michael Milloy 2021
mentors for the diploma in silver jewellery
Chloe Michell
I feel incredibly fortunate to be born into a creative family, which ultimately laid the pathway for me to follow in my parents footsteps and become a ‘maker’. I began to make jewellery in 2002, taking the plunge and opening my own business in 2003. Designing and creating fine jewellery for everyday wear, as well as one of a kind remodels that are personally designed with my clients in mind. I love the process, the simple things, the tiny details and the stories behind each treasured piece.
What I do.
Currently, I run my own full-time jewellery business in Cornwall. Specialising in jewellery remodelling and bespoke commissions. Most of my work is from cherished family heirlooms that are loved, but totally unworn. Then taking these treasures and creating something special and individual to them, that my clients can wear and adore every day. I am best known for the rings that I make, however, I take joy in designing and making all types of jewellery and the challenges that it brings.
My biggest achievement so far
My biggest achievement to date is building my business to the stage it is now. Where I can focus on the thing that I love to do best…. Create! Whether this is making beautiful jewellery with sentimental meaning and the ability to work closely with my clients to create just that. Or the coastal-inspired pieces that I can’t get enough of, no two days are the same and that’s what makes it exciting! Also, whilst my children were young I managed to achieve a First-Class Honours Degree in Silversmithing and Jewellery. Looking back and realising how far and how hard I have worked over the years to achieve this, is a huge accomplishment.
I am inspired by
My main source of inspiration is the North Cornwall coastline. The beaches here are rugged and complex. The light and colour palate of the sea to the baron moors are within 5 miles of my front door. I feel extremely lucky and totally spoiled for choice to be able to draw from the environment here. There is always something incredible to observe, at times it can even be overwhelmingly beautiful.
Website: www.chloemichell.com
You can find out more about Chloe by listening to her interview on the Jewellers Academy podcast >
Jewellery copyright Chloe Michell 2021
Elin Horgan
Elin is a largely self-taught jewellery designer and maker with over 10 years of experience in the industry.She makes her own collections which she sells online and through selected independent shops & galleries in the UK. She also teaches wax carving classes in the Bristol area, helping students to create their own ring or pendant design which is then cast in silver.
What I do
I have a passion for creating simple, elegant and easy to wear jewellery. My design ethos of ‘beauty in simplicity’ runs through both my ready to wear collections and one-off bespoke pieces created for private clients. I also love helping my workshop students bring their ideas to life through wax carving which is such a wonderful and versatile technique.
My biggest achievement
I was lucky enough chosen to be part of the Royal Academy’s RA-ted programme which supported a small group of emerging designers by selling a selection of their work through its shop. It was such a boost to have the RA’s endorsement and helped me get my work seen by a whole new audience of buyers.
I am inspired by
Abstract art, architecture and the urban environment - anything from the shape of a window or the texture of a drain cover can spark off an idea! I find myself repeatedly drawn to geometric shapes and clean lines which give my work a timeless aesthetic.
Website: www.elinhorgan.com
You can find out more about Elin by listening to her interview on the Jewellers Academy podcast >
Karen Smith
Karen has over 20 years’ experience in the jewellery trade, is a graduate of Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design and has worked for several jewellery companies in Scotland, Canada and Holland.
She teaches one to one jewellery making classes as well as group classes at Dundee & Angus College to anyone from beginner to advanced level. She also teaches upskilling classes to jewellers wanting to specialise in a certain area.
Karen enjoys creating wearable Jewellery which is individual, interesting to look at and heirlooms of the future. Devoted to tradition, she creates each piece of jewellery using time honoured jewellery making techniques from her workshop in Dundee, Scotland
What I do
Currently I run my own jewellery business Metallium Jewellery from my home studio in Dundee, Scotland. I work mainly on a commission basis creating bespoke jewellery for clients in silver, gold, platinum and palladium. I also create collections which are sold through stockists and teach jewellery making classes from my home studio as well as group classes at Dundee & Angus College.
My biggest achievement so far
Teaching. I love sharing the skills I have learnt over the years as well as helping students realise their own potential. I find it very rewarding seeing my students progress their skills and confidence in what they create. It’s lovely being a little part of their journey.
I am inspired by
All aspects of life, songs, stories, and the magic to be found in the everyday. My work focuses on universal storytelling symbols, such as locks, keys and hearts; encouraging the wearer to infuse the piece with deeper meaning and wear their stories as they wear the jewellery.
Website www.metalliumjewellery.co.uk
You can find out more about Karen by listening to her interview on the Jewellers Academy podcast >
Jewellery copyright Karen Smith 2021
Kate arbon
Kate has over 25 years experience working within the jewellery trade. Starting off with a love of art and creating work on a small scale, followed by a course covering all types of metal work from making jewellery to architectural metalwork and forging.
After that she worked as a jobbing jeweller learning from experienced goldsmiths on the South Coast of England. This is where she started her business designing and creating bespoke pieces of jewellery for clients.
Alongside making her own work, Kate has also taught jewellery both recreationally and on BTEC and to Degree level.
What I do
I design and make silver, gold and Keum-Boo jewellery from my studio in the beautiful county of Dorset, selling at exhibitions in the UK and online. I also teach 1:1 and 1:2 Jewellery classes from my studio in Dorset covering a number of different processes, and am really looking forward to being part of the mentoring team for The Jewellers Academy!
My biggest achievement so far
Setting up my business, and doing a job that I love creating pieces of jewellery that will hopefully be passed down through the generations. Also passing on the skills I have learnt to following of students who return to learn more.
I am inspired by
Many sources inspire my work. Ancient script, American Indian design and Greek pattern inspire one of my collections. I also love to draw inspiration from the natural world where I live so that plays a part too.
Website: seaandsilver.co.uk
You can find out more about Kate by listening to her interview on the Jewellers Academy podcast >
Kim Thomson
I am an independent, full-time silversmithing tutor who has been delivering workshops since 2003. I specialise in making techniques accessible by creating adaptions to enable people with different learning styles, disabilities, budgets, space or dexterity issues to find the best working practices for them as individuals.
My biggest achievement so far
I have a range of learning difficulties and have developed many successful coping mechanisms over the years which is what helps me develop adaptions for my students. I went from failing my A levels at school (including art!) pre-dyslexia diagnosis, to graduating with the highest marks in my year during my silversmithing degree, post-diagnosis.
I am inspired by
I am primarily inspired by the materials and making process. Although I can research, design and develop ideas, I naturally like to work in a fluid way, letting the materials lead the process. While I was doing #misilverchallenge people presumed I had planned out each design and how it would morph into the next but the truth was I never knew what I was making until I sat down, stared at it, prodded it a bit then started making. I've now realised this is a strength and I should celebrate it. These days my biggest inspiration comes from helping students achieve their aims. It helps me develop my own skills and knowledge by helping others work towards things I never would have done purely working on my own practice.
Website: www.makeit.kim
You can find out more about Kim by listening to her interview on the Jewellers Academy podcast >
Jewellery copyright Kim Thomson 2021
Laura Jayne Grey
Working from her home studio in Shropshire, Laura creates sterling silver jewellery inspired by the ever-changing views around her. Textured pieces are her signature style, often combining mixed metals and gemstones.
My biggest achievement so far
Being selected as an artist in residence for a local gallery for the second year in a row. It gave me a chance to demonstrate my craft in a different setting to normal.
I am inspired by
Textures, nature, gemstones, random patterns - you name it, I can find a piece of jewellery in it!
Website: www.smalldogsilver.co.uk
You can find out more about Laura by listening to her interview on the Jewellers Academy podcast >
Jewellery copyright LauraJayne Grey 2021
Nadia Thomas
Nadia has been making jewellery since 2014. She began learning at the London Jewellery School where she studied multiple disciplines in various mediums before exploring further, old-fashioned silversmithing techniques whilst travelling around Bali.
She runs her own business, Chamarel Designs, from her London studio and is looking forward to mentoring the new intake of Jewellers Academy Diploma students.
What I do
I focus on building collections, most of them one of a kind, for the artisan events I participate in. I also work on commissions for private clients and produce stock for a gallery where I enjoy creating bespoke pieces for both. I am never without a sketchbook by my side and I continue to travel and explore countries around the world.
My biggest achievement so far
Taking the leap to leave my finance job to pursue a career in jewellery design full time and building my website all by myself. There is never ‘a right time’ but I had the right mindset to make such a decision and I will never regret it now I am pursuing my passion.
I am inspired by
Travel inspires me more than anything in my life. My jewellery is influenced by the adventures, cultures and landscapes that I experience, the people I meet, who share their lives with me and the memories I make along the way.
Website: https://chamareldesigns.com/
You can find out more about Nadia by listening to her interview on the Jewellers Academy podcast >
Jewellery copyright Nadia Thomas 2021
Sally How
Sally How creates sustainable jewellery collections using eco silver at her workbench in Harrogate, North Yorkshire. She also creates bespoke jewellery using recycled silver and gold and sustainably sourced gemstones as part of her commitment to creating an ethical business.
Sally began her career as a graduate graphic designer, at the BBC, making title sequences. Then a PGCE led to her working as an art teacher for more than 10 years. She studied jewellery making at evening classes, taking NCFE levels 1, 2 and 3 in Jewellery while her children were young. Sally is married to Alistair and is mum to Rose 21 and twins Charles and Grace 19, all are now at university. She set up her business in 2015 and now regularly teaches jewellery making and wedding ring workshops, and works on commissions.
What I do:
I run How Fine Designs from my home studio in Harrogate. Sustainability and leaving the planet unharmed are important to me. I enjoy helping people create meaningful jewellery as mementoes for life’s special occasions. I love to design and make jewellery and to teach. It's the perfect combination of challenge and creativity for me.
My biggest achievement so far:
Running my own business and working for Jewellers Academy are things I’m really proud of. I've worked hard to improve my technical skills, recently taking the Fine Diploma with Jewellers Academy. I’m delighted to have supported students on the Silver Diploma course and enjoy helping them develop their jewellery-making skills. It's so satisfying helping new jewellers emerge from their desire to make beautiful jewellery from simple wire and sheet - it’s a wonderful transformation.
I am inspired by…
Pushing the boundaries and exploring materials and processes. I love to learn and enjoy developing my skills. The great thing about learning jewellery is that there is always a new challenge. Being prepared to make mistakes and learn from them means I’m always inspired to try something new! I also love art, nature and travel.
Website: howfinedesigns.com
You can find out more about Sally by listening to her interview on the Jewellers Academy podcast >
Jewellery copyright Sally How 2021
Zoe Leavy
Zoë originally studied silversmithing at college in 2000 and has continued to hone her skills ever since. She now runs her own jewellery business, Honey Bee Design from her workshop based in Manchester.
Being mostly self-taught, Zoë is passionate about sharing her experience of learning skills through the non-traditional paths to becoming a jeweller and joining the Jewellers Academy is the start of an exciting new journey into teaching.
What I do
I currently run my own business from my home studio working with silver, gold and gemstones to create collections and bespoke pieces for my customers. I also offer a remodelling service for clients’ old sentimental jewellery and love giving new life to unworn pieces, creating some very special modern heirlooms in the process.
My biggest achievement so far
Being able to build a successful business around being a mum to three small children!
Having that flexibility to work around my family is an integral part of how I got to where I am today and what I see for the future of my business.
I am inspired by
I take inspiration for a lot of my designs from the natural world, using shapes and textures to creature organically inspired jewellery. Using techniques such as granulation and reticulation, the silver takes on an almost fluid texture that resembles the rough surface of rocks at the coast and bubbles under the sea.
Website: www.honeybeedesign.co.uk
You can find out more about Zoe by listening to her interview on the Jewellers Academy podcast >
Jewellery copyright Zoe Leavy 2021
MENTORS FOR THE DIPLOMA IN silver metal clay
victoria ralph
What I do
I live with my family on the edge of the fens, a vast, flat landscape of never-ending grasses and skies. It is here in this diverse and rich natural world where we take long walks with our dogs, keep chickens and bees and plant trees. Here I’m immersed, inspired and influenced by nature; and in particular I’m drawn to the hidden and unseen.
I like to create little worlds in my pieces. I hand carve, sculpt and texture the versatile medium of silver clay. Silver clay looks and feels like the soft moldable clay we’re all familiar with but has tiny particles of fine silver mixed into it. When fired the clay burns away revealing a fine silver sculpture. This allows me to create detailed and intricate elements and gives me limitless storytelling capabilities. My pieces often feature natural gemstones and are oxidized to highlight details and provide a timeless feel. I carve fine details and use a syringe filled with a softer form of the clay to add free-form organic shapes, squiggles and lines to give a gnarled and weathered quality like lichen on bark.
I am inspired by
As a child, I spent many hours with my father exploring the darker places of the garden. We had a child-like curiosity for the smallest of creatures; hiding away under rocks and within crevasses. When I was 14 I was given a microscope and as I was observing the tiny details through my microscope I developed a love of literature which described magical worlds, with tales of folklore and dragons. To me, the woods were a place of comfort and familiarity but at the same time I was drawn to the shadows where I could get lost and where, hidden out of sight, magical creatures exist.
Website: https://victoriaralphjewellery.com/
Jewellery copyright Victoria Ralph 2023
Jo Richards
What I do
I have been drawn to making things since before I can remember. I was persuaded by my school to use my skills in a ‘proper’ profession and worked in engineering until 2015. It never really satisfied me! The urge to create never left and after university I was a serial evening class attendee. This culminated in a three-year City and Guilds course in Jewellery which I finished in 2006. During the last term a few of us (just for the fun of it!) did a one-day course in a relatively new material – Silver Clay. I was instantly smitten and realised it was the answer to my frustrations – finally I had found something that would enable me to create the designs that were in my head!
I left my career in Engineering and have been running my business full-time since 2015. Based in Winchester, Faye Benjamin jewellery is named after my two children. I am always striving to hone my skills and believe learning is something that never stops. My formal qualifications include a BA (Hons) degree in Design and Technology, a City & Guilds Level 3 in Jewellery Design & Silversmithing and a Higher Diploma in Silver Clay (awarded to fewer than 150 individuals).
I now work almost exclusively in Silver Clay and sell online, at craft fairs and in galleries. I have also been sharing my love for this medium since 2019 and teach at various locations around Hampshire and the surrounding counties.
My biggest achievement so far
I never thought I would run my own business. So to do it, and enjoy what I do, gives me a huge sense of pride and achievement.
I am inspired by
My work is inspired by shapes, forms and textures that surround me. My designs echo the stunning Hampshire countryside, where I live, and the rhythms of the sea on the Dorset coast, where I grew up. I love exploring the capabilities of the material I work in and the intricate organic details that it can be used to create.
Website: https://www.fayebenjamin.co.uk/
Jewellery copyright Jo Richards 2023