Inspiration for my jewellery and microscope obsession!
June 08, 2015 • Naomi Southon
Over the past few weeks I have been focussing on taking photos of my products and staging them in a way that shows people the inspiration for my jewellery. Talking to customers at fairs and exhibitions allows me to point out the connections to nature and natural forms as the fancy beaded designs often mask the initial inspiration for that jewellery piece. For example, this beautiful pendant set is inspired by....... ....a gorgeous purpley blue Hydrangea I found at Harlow Carr. And this pine cone laid on it's end inspired me to create.... ....this intricately beaded brooch. A couple of...
The post BCTF mayhem!
April 21, 2015 • Naomi Southon
So after an exhausting weekend of exhibiting at BCTF, talking to lots of potential stockists it's now time to make all the orders I took. If I remember to take pictures I will show you the stages I go through to create the pendants, brooches and earrings. Stage 1 - Take the initial photos! I collect inspiration from all over but largely from flowers, plants, insects, birds and shells. Iguana skin Sputnik sea urchin Peacock feathers Stage 2 - Size according to the design using the computer and then print. I will show you the next stages...
The dawning of a new blog
March 11, 2015 • Naomi Southon
Despite having blogged on and off for the past few years my shop and my blog have always remained separate but I have decided to unite them at last. It seems silly having the too in different places when they are so closely linked in my life. So here you will find my thoughts, news and inspiration for my work. Should you wish to have a look at my previous blog posts just go to www.nimanoma.blogspot.co.uk