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Biog
Salisbury based Jeweller Helen Noakes is widely recognized in the jewellery community for her beautifully executed work handcrafted in resin and silver. Following a chance discovery of a single set of miniatures and a book on resin back in 1999, Helen quickly developed an obsession with combining the two into her varied and stunning Collection. Now selling across the country and featuring in several books Helen incorporates everything from penguins to circus performers.
The most important thing though is the element of surprise and humour integral to each piece – a second look is a must. In addition to this she is thrilled to work to commission creating something perfect for the individual, reflecting their passions and interests.
60 second interview
Q: What is your favourite colour?A: GreenQ: Who first inspired you to start making/ creating and what words of advice did they give you?A: My housemate - after the end of a torturous relationship I decided to do a night class - she said Jewellery Making would take up 'less room' than photography. She lied!Q: Where and when do you most like to work?A: my workshop at 75 New Street Salisbury. Like it best in the early afternoon when the light pours in.Q: Which season of the year most inspires you?A: SummerQ: What can't you work without?A: Parallel pliers, the thought of taking the dog for a walk and my workshop Assistant Amy!Q: Whose work do you most admire?A: Too many to single out! I admire a lot of facets of 100's of Jewellery designers - each one has their own amazing set of skills. I'll single out a Jewellery Book author - Carles Codina. Go forth and google.Q: What is your favourite piece of fiction and why?A: Again there are too many to mention but amongst the top 10 is "Anne Michaels" Fugitve Pieces and Michael Ondaatjes "Coming through Slaughter"- their prose is extraordinary. And also anything my lovely friend Alyssa Warren de Matheus writes and my neighbour and good friend Richard Jay Parker. And they paid me nothing for that!Q: What do you do to relax?A: Walk the dog, read, take lots of photo's, laze on a beach in my home country of New ZealandQ: Describe your artistic style in 3 words. A: Little bit twisted
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