Danni McAfee
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How would you describe the work you do and why?
My work is mainly made from silver or gold, using a variety if techniques to create contemporary pieces. I love to create wearable pieces for people to cherish and enjoy, a lot of my work is commission based recycling unworn jewellery into bespoke pieces, or one off pieces for special milestones.
For you what does being an artist mean?:
For me, being an artist means being able to express myself in a creative way and I really enjoy creating special pieces for people that they can wear and love.
Describe what you call yourself/your practice?:
Danni McAfee Jewellery
Your practice & activities include e.g workshops, teaching:
My practice takes place in my workshop which is based in Sellack just outside of Ross-on-Wye, my workshop is a place i love to tinker and experiment!
CV & Education, relevant & leading to your artistic practice:
In 2016 I left a very corporate career to find a new avenue that was more creative. I went to Hereford College of Arts and enrolled into their portfolio course as a mature student, alongside taking A-Levels in English and Maths. The aim being to go on to study architecture at Bath, however, once I got into the small metals workshop I knew that was where I was meant to be. I then decided to continue my studies at Hereford College of Arts and enrolled in the Jewellery Design degree, graduating in 2020 with a 2nd Class BA Hons degree. During this time in 2018, and also 2020 I had my daughter and son alongside my studies and over the last few years I have been quietly building my business and making commission alongside family life.
Your gallery outlets/stockists:
Sorrel & Sage gallery, my own website www.dannimcafeejewellery.square.site, as well as local craft fairs over the last couple of years.