Fi Tilbury
Artwork for Fi Tilbury
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How would you describe the work you do and why?
I mostly make one-off jewellery pieces in silver, gold and brass. I use semi-precious and precious stones to add vibrant pops of colour to a lot of my jewellery and often incorporate fragments of gold as accents on silver pieces. My jewellery takes inspiration from the ancient world and the natural environment of the Malvern hills, where I live. I use silver forming, beading on hand tied silk, granulation, bezel setting and the lost wax process. Prices range from approx £25 - £450 with higher prices for commissions. I studied at Bath College of HE - Fine Art (Painting). I feel my fine art background has a great influence on my jewellery making decisions and the way in which I approach my craft.
Describe what you call yourself/your practice?:
I am a jewellery designer and maker with a background in fine art painting.
Your practice & activities include e.g workshops, teaching:
I regularly take workshops in jewellery making and lino printing.
Exhibitions in the last 3 years:
I am a member of The Worcestershire Guild and Alloy, Hereford and exhibit with them and have also had work in Blue Magpie Craft fair amongst other exhibitions and fairs.
Your gallery outlets/stockists:
Bevere Gallery, One at Stow, Alloy The Courtyard Hereford