the sorting office little black book 2014
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The Little Black Book 2014 offers an insight and point of contact for the all the creatives currently working at The Sorting Office creative studios in Eastleigh, Hampshire. UK.TRANSCRIPT
The Sorting Offi ce Black Book
Contents and sponsors
Contents■ Ceramics
■ Costume
■ Fashion
■ Fine Art
■ Glass
■ Illustration
■ Jewellery & Silversmithing
■ Mixed Media
■ Pattern Design & Textiles
■ Textiles
■ Visual Art
The Sorting Offi ce Black Book
The Sorting Offi ce Black Book Sponsors
RECREATE is a cross-border project to boost economic regeneration and create
jobs through the development of the creative industries supported under the
cooperation programme INTERREG IV A France (Channel) – England.
www.sorting-offi ce.co.ukThe Sorting Offi ce is a partnership between Eastleigh Borough Council and arts’
charity ‘a space’. The charity manages the studio as part of a diverse portfolio
of project platforms, including ArtVaults, the Arches Studios and Tower House,
which cater for visual arts, screen-based practices and designer makers.
‘a space’ strives to grow creative communities, providing opportunities for
emerging artists to make new work, develop their careers, and for audiences
to engage with high quality artistic experiences.
Introduction
Welcome to The Sorting Offi ce, a creative space for
creative people.
We are a thriving and dynamic studios, home to a
number of gifted artists and designer-makers from
a variety of different disciplines such as Ceramics,
Glass, Mixed Media, Jewellery, Textiles, Fashion,
Costume and Illustration.
Opened in May 2013 by internationally-renowned
designer Wayne Hemingway OBE, The Sorting Offi ce
is a place where creative things are made and
happen and people see the world differently.
Born out of a need for affordable workspace for
businesses in the creative sector, the studios were
forged from an old postal sorting offi ce in the heart
of Eastleigh Town Centre, with assistance from
Recreate, a European funding programme that aims
to bring empty commercial properties back to life by
transforming them into business clusters for artists.
Our role is to support and promote the work of our
talented residents, to give them a voice for their
unique and exciting work. Through mentorship
programmes, business advice, workshops and
exchange opportunities, we work closely with
our artists to ensure their businesses thrive and
fl ourish. We believe there should be no limit on their
ambition.
As well as providing a platform to showcase our
residents’ work, we offer a point of contact for
buyers as well as to those who wish to commission
their own piece of work.
We hope you enjoy exploring our studios, stopping
off with each of our artists and designer-makers, and
fi nding out what makes The Sorting Offi ce such an
exciting and vibrant creative space.
Introduction
Contact and location
Contact and location
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Ceramics
Sheena Bond
Ceramics
Themes of light and shade inform the work of ceramic
designer and artist Sheena Bond who specialises in direct
screen printing onto raw clay. Graduating in 2013 from
The University of Creative Arts, Farnham, with a BA in
Three Dimensional Design, this responsive designer creates
strikingly simplistic objects that appear both masculine and
feminine, contrasting yet unifi ed. Like sirens they cry out to
be touched, their form tantalising tactile.
As well as smaller pieces, Sheena creates bespoke wall
pieces for both domestic and corporate spaces. Her
large-scale work around British banknotes, inspired and
motivated by media headlines about ‘banking scandals’
and ‘the economic crisis’, saw her awarded The Society
of Designer Craftsmen Award for excellence in the work
of New Licentiates. An enthusiastic ceramicist keen to
share her passion and knowledge Sheena also runs
workshops and clay experience sessions for people,
both in small groups and one to ones.
Contact information
W www.sheenabond.co.uk
M 07796 120 304
facebook.com/SheenaBondCeramicDesignAndPrint
twitter.com/@SheenaBond10
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Sheena Bond
Costume
Helen McArdle
Costume
Costumier Helen McArdle specialises in theatrical and
period costume. With a passion for history and a hawk-
eye for detail, the talented designer creates accurate
bespoke period costumes for both men and women. She
has previously worked for the Royal Shakespeare Theatre
and Colchester Mercury Theatre and has experience of
curatorial collections care. Her numerous clients include
theatres, museums, battle re-enactors and members
of period dance groups. She is notable for her hats, cut
and construction of costume and specialises in period
men’s tailoring. More recently she has collaborated with
contemporary dance artist Hayley Barker to create a series
of designs inspired by Elizabethan Fashion – and rabbit
ears - taking her work on a new journey.
Contact information
W www.sorting-offi ce.co.uk
M 07815 315 407
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Helen McArdle
Fashion
Jason Butler
Fashion
Designer Jason Butler specialises in bespoke bridal, prom
dresses and evening wear under the Jason Butler Couture
label. An experienced pattern cutter and adept machinist,
Jason’s designs are intricately crafted, using an array of
rich and sumptuous fabrics, creating an unforgettable
fashion experience for the wearer. An innate sense of
style and an eye for fi ne detail, Jason works closely
with his clients to ensure each Jason Butler Couture
creation delivers an effortlessly elegant statement.
Alongside his Couture label Jason runs an alterations
business. He also is a Technical Consultant in the Fashion
Department at Southampton Solent University.
Contact information
W www.sorting-offi ce.co.uk
M 07501 221 924
twitter.com/@JBCouture1
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Jason Butler
Fashion
Anna Lambert
Fashion
Quirky detailing and an exuberance of pattern is the
signature of designer Anna Lambert who makes a range
of individual crafted skirts for girls and women under her
label Sewannaboutique. Each lovingly-crafted creation
has its own unique story, the wearer a new chapter in the
enchanting tale. A remarkable eye for colour, with a retro
vibe, ensures a Sewannaboutique piece has a confi dence,
an individuality that makes it stand out from the crowd.
A statement skirt with a practical edge too, as each
one has its own clever adjustable fi t. Anna continues
to innovate, adjusting her designs for new markets and
developing her patterns and brand for the homeware
market.
Contact information
W www.sewannaboutique.co.uk
M 07892 689 422
facebook.com/pages/Sewannaboutique/199029560179969
twitter.com/@Sewannaboutique
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Anna Lambert
Fine Art
Junko O’Neill
Fine Art
The foundation of Junko O’Neill’s work lies in the Japanese
spatial and temporal concept of Ma, in which space
is considered to be fundamentally void. The concept
considers negative space as having a form of existence,
with space perceived alongside time. It is neither time
alone or space alone. Junko expresses this concept both
in her fi gurative and abstract work, creating a feeling of air,
ambiguity and tension, a sense of alienation, impending
action and passing time. Her work provides a breathing
space for the viewer allowing them to sense the transient
nature that space possesses. Junko’s work has been widely
exhibited in the UK and abroad, including a solo show,
Fragments of Time, at GV Art, London, Berlin and Florence.
She also co-curated Space Unfolding, a group exhibition,
at Espacio Gallery in Shoreditch. She was shortlisted for
the Celeste Prize 2011 and Kudos International 2013.
Contact information
W www.junkooneill.com
M 07733 422 892
facebook.com/junko.oneill.art
twitter.com/@junko_oneill
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Junko O’Neill
Glass
Carly Mann
Glass
Contemporary stained glass artist Carly Mann creates
distinctive, original and experimental pieces that
incorporate mixed media including collage and her
own paintings. Carly studied painting and printmaking
at Canterbury Christ Church University and her work is
infl uenced by her interest in other cultures, landscape,
ancient history, symbols, stories and myths. Her striking
work intricately weaves stories of physical artefacts and
intangible attributes of a group or society through the
cleverly crafted use of stamps, postcards and maps.
Contact information
W www.carlymann.co.uk
M 07780 688 167
facebook.com/carlymannart
twitter.com/@CarlyMannArt
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Carly Mann
Illustration
Iris Hill
Illustration
Iris Hill is a creative utopia imagined by Illustrator Lisa
Jean. Named after Lisa’s ever supportive Nan, Iris Hill is
a fantasyland full of collage, ink and watercolour works.
Nymph-like splatters and ethereal washes result in a
signature style. As an Author Lisa is currently delving into
the captivating world of Picture Books.
Her latest project ‘Ronnie’ is an exciting new character
surrounded by mystery…
It is really dark and very quiet.
Where is Ronnie?
What is Ronnie?
Suddenly a loud noise changes everything and reveals a
new world full of colour and life.
As well as being a gifted illustrator and writer Lisa is a TA at
a Primary School working within Key Stage 1 (5-7yr olds).
She believes passionately about the correlation between a
child’s development and the use of creative mediums.
Contact information
W www.irishill.co.uk
M 07899 896 658
facebook.com/irishillbylisajean
twitter.com/@irishillart
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Illustration
Denise Hughes
Illustration
Illustrator Denise Hughes is a fi ne art graduate from
Winchester School of Art working in mixed media using
watercolours, acrylics and paper cutting. Her charming,
joyful, character-driven illustrations, primarily featuring
children and animals, are featured across a range of
greetings cards, giftwrap and giftware and sold worldwide
under the brand Denise Hughes Illustration. Her simple yet
effective designs are inspired by her own children and her
love of animals and infl uenced by the work of children’s
book illustrators David Tazzyman and Quentin Blake.
Each one invites the viewer to enter a world of adventure
and possibility where dragons are more docile than you
think and girls with little curls and BBQ-loving bears simply
can’t help the scrapes they fall into. Denise is currently
developing a children’s book, using her own illustrations
and story idea.
Contact information
W www.denisehughes.co.uk
T 07743 270 875
facebook.com/pages/Denise-Hughes-Illustration-and-Art
twitter.com/@denisedraws
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Denise Hughes
Jewellery & Silversmithing
Anna Boella
Jewellery & Silversmithing
Jewellery designer Anna Boella has been trading for over
20 years, making contemporary jewellery in a diverse
range of materials.
Using precious metals and semi-precious birthstones,
she produces exquisite, handmade chain-link pendants
and bracelets. Inspired by a desire to create modern-day
treasures which are not only wearable but affordable and
ecologically sound. Anna continually develops new ranges
using up-cycled materials and hand-made felts.
Contact information
W www.sorting-offi ce.co.uk
M 07904 236 671
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Anna Boella
Jewellery & Silversmithing
Joanne Tinley
Jewellery & Silversmithing
Joanne Tinley makes exquisite jewellery designed to last
lifetimes, yet intended to be worn every day. Joanne’s
designs are created using sterling and fi ne silver, 24k
gold, semi-precious stones and handcrafted lampwork
glass beads. She is particularly interested in Keum Boo, a
Korean technique that permanently bonds 24k gold to fi ne
silver, showcased in her popular Golden Collection. Keen to
share her passion for jewellery making Joanne runs regular
workshops for both individuals and groups of all abilities in
silversmithing and Keum Boo.
Contact information
W www.joannetinleyjewellery.com
M 07881 822 752
facebook.com/joannetinleyjewellery
twitter.com/@jotinley
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Joanne Tinley
Mixed Media
Claire Vine
Mixed Media
Exploring traditional handprinting and embroidery mixed
with modern materials such as perspex and ply, textile
and mixed-media designer, Claire Vine creates a range
of unique framed wall pieces which infl uence and inform
homeware and accessories created in limited batches
including cushions and lampshades as well as one-off
concept pieces. Driven by the now, inspired by current
trends mixed with the old, Claire’s infl uences and outcomes
are constantly evolving. Although she has a distinct style,
she likes to take an organic approach to each project and
be challenged by the possible outcomes. Each design and
art work is informed by those halcyon childhood memories
inevitably always returning to ‘home’. Her pieces aim to
jolt the memory; remind the viewer of a moment, a touch,
a sound, be imbued with a sense of other lives lived.
Contact information
W www.clairevine.co.uk
M 07889 393 374
facebook.com/clairevinedesigner.maker
twitter.com/@clairevinemaker
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Claire Vine
Pattern Design & Textiles
April Mawhinney
Pattern Design & Textiles
There is a serenity to the work of textile designer and
Illustrator April Mawhinney. A graduate of Winchester
School of Art, where she specialised in screen printing
techniques, April creates luxury patterns and bespoke
designs for a range of sumptuous homeware which
includes wall hangings, fabrics and furnishings. Each
unique pattern and design is hand drawn and painted,
inspired by the wistfulness and grace of nature. A bee
bumbling across a sprig of lavender, a woodpecker musing
on his next forage, a butterfl y teasing a hydrangea heavy
with dew, each original design draws the viewer into a
bucolic world, one of peace, beauty and tranquillity. Her
collections include Romantic Hedgerow; Wild Meadow
Damask and Lavender Honey. April is available for
commissions.
Contact information
W www.aprilmawhinney.com
M 07761 433 175
facebook.com/aprilmawhinneydesigns
twitter.com/@aprilmawhinney
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April Mawhinney
Pattern Design & Textiles
Mariska Parent
Pattern Design & Textiles
Mariska is a visual artist and textile designer. With a
background in textiles, having graduated from Bath Spa
University in surface design, she works in a variety of
media to create texture and detail. Her work has a lyricism
about it, which coupled with her keen eye for detail,
creates a visually stimulating experience. She develops all
of her work from her own drawings, using imagery that is
appealing but not over sentimental, with a surreal twist.
Her printed and painted products include bespoke
wallpaper, cushions and lampshades with exclusive and
original artwork for the luxury home market. She also
designs for commercial interiors and is available for
commissions.
Contact information
W www.mariskaparent.com
M 07788 525 389
facebook.com/mariskaparentdesign
twitter.com/@Mariskaparent
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Textiles
Karen Head
Textiles
Textile artist Karen Head uses wool, silk fi bres and threads
to create bespoke artwork and nuno scarves. Karen hand
dyes her materials which particularly distinguishes her
work allowing for variations in character in the creation of
expressive abstract pieces. Karen is an established tutor
of felt making, nuno scarves and dyeing, and has regularly
presented to Guilds and organisations including Worthing
Embroiderer’s Guild, Basingstoke Embroiderer’s Guild and
Wessex Embroiderer’s Guild.
Contact information
W www.karenhead.co.uk
M 07708 636 856
facebook.com/KarenHeadTextileArtist
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Karen Head
Textiles
Anita van den Broek
Textiles
Textile artist Anita van den Broek’s multicultural background
has greatly infl uenced her way of observing the rich
varieties of patterns, textures and colours in fabrics.
She has developed her interest in transforming textiles by
applying a variety of techniques, such as dyeing, painting
and free machine embroidery and uses both traditional and
contemporary media. Her deep understanding of textiles
has lead to Anita creating her unique fabrics and objects,
such as luxury bags or bespoke framed fabrics.
Contact information
W www.anitavandenbroek.co.uk
M 07747 866 953
facebook.com/anitavandenbroekmixedmediatextiles
twitter.com/@AnitaLvdBroek
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Anita van den Broek
Visual Art
Eve Dawson
Visual Art
Eve Dawson is a fi ne artist whose work is a response to
the everyday interior and exterior of the self. In 2010 Eve
was a recipient of the Stephen Heffer Memorial Scholarship
that enabled a continuation of study in Fine Art at MA level
at Winchester School of Art. Each photographic or painted
mark Eve creates embodies a reaction to a particular
moment in time and a visual reference to a pattern or
surface discovered. There is an underlying preoccupation
with Phenomenology and Ontology a philosophical study of
time and being. Accompanying this interest in philosophy
are the writings of: Yve Lomax, John Dewey, Alan Kaprow
and Fré Ilgen.
Contact information
W www.evevdawson.carbonmade.com
M 07801 421 363
facebook.com/evethesortingoffi ce
twitter.com/@EveVDawson
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Eve Dawson