The Stone Carving and Lettering Takeaway

Nina Bilbey & Charlotte Howarth
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The Stone Carving and Lettering Takeaway

Nina Bilby and Charlotte Howarth discuss their work, offer help and advice about carving and lettering, commissions, practicalities and the general day to day running of a carving workshop.

  1. 12/10/2024

    An Exploration of Materials with Richard Kindersley

    Richard Kindersley talks to Nina and Charlotte, looking back over his long career, early influences and curiosity of materials and process.  home - Richard Kindersley Studio Have a questison or tip for the fitting room, want us to discuss a particular topic, then send your nice questions and comments to 'The Stone Carving and Lettering Takeaway' - we'd love to hear from you. info@abraxasacademy.co.uk www.abraxasacademy.co.uk Stone carving courses (abraxasacademy.co.uk)

    1h 18m

  2. 11/10/2024

    'Stones in my Pocket' with Rosie Musgrave

    In this episode Nina and Charlotte talk to Rosie Musgrave, a wonderful stone carver based in Bristol. We talk about her career, work and life, how as a women,  artistic freedoms and opportunities gave way to family life, and now, later in her career, how she takes each day she carves in her workshop as a gift. Rosie Musgrave - Stone Carver and Sculptor from Devon UK rosie musgrave (@rosiemusgravesculpture) • Instagram photos and videos Have a questison or tip for the fitting room, want us to discuss a particular topic, then send your nice questions and comments to 'The Stone Carving and Lettering Takeaway' - we'd love to hear from you. info@abraxasacademy.co.uk www.abraxasacademy.co.uk Stone carving courses (abraxasacademy.co.uk)

    59 min

  3. 10/17/2024

    Tom Kemp

    In this Episode Charlotte and Nina Talk with Tom Kemp - hearing about his use of the broad edge brush to create Trajan Roman letters. Although Tom is now a well known potter, his background was origionally with lettering and calligraphy - and the infulence of this can be seen in his work today. The alphabet - YouTube Online courses — Tom Kemp Tom Kemp (@tom_kemp_) • Instagram photos and videos Have a questison or tip for the fitting room, want us to discuss a particular topic, then send your nice questions and comments to 'The Stone Carving and Lettering Takeaway' - we'd love to hear from you. info@abraxasacademy.co.uk www.abraxasacademy.co.uk

    1h 2m

  4. 07/10/2024

    Bring it into the World - with Michelle de Bruin

    In this episode Nina and Charlotte talk to Michelle de Bruin, brilliant stone carver and artist based in Scotland. Michelle talks us through her career highs and lows, making us laugh and feel at ease along the way. Tune into this conversation and we challenge you not to feel inspired. Michelle de Bruin - Artist, Stonecarver and Lettercutter based in Scotland michelle de bruin (@artistorguk) • Instagram photos and videos Sharp - Sean Hellman We still have spaces available on our stone and lettercarving courses in September Stone carving courses (abraxasacademy.co.uk) Have a questison or tip for the fitting room, want us to discuss a particular topic, then send your nice questions and comments to 'The Stone Carving and Lettering Takeaway' - we'd love to hear from you. info@abraxasacademy.co.uk www.abraxasacademy.co.uk Stone carving courses (abraxasacademy.co.uk)

    1h 9m

  5. 06/16/2024

    The Glittering Rian Kanduth

    In this episode Nina and Charlotte talk to Rian Kanduth, expert gilder and conservator. Rian tells us about her background, work experience, and teaching. We delve into the different mediums for gilding, different substrates and different types of gold. We discuss problems that can happen when gilding and how to avoid them. There is a lot of laughter! https://www.instagram.com/londongildingcompany/ Have a questison or tip for the fitting room, want us to discuss a particular topic, then send your nice questions and comments to 'The Stone Carving and Lettering Takeaway' - we'd love to hear from you. info@abraxasacademy.co.uk www.abraxasacademy.co.uk Stone carving courses (abraxasacademy.co.uk)

    1h 7m

  6. 06/11/2024

    Summer School

    🎉 In this episode, Nina and Charlotte dive into the exciting world of Abraxas Academy's Summer School, kicking off this September! If you've ever dreamed of mastering the art of stone carving, this is your chance to turn that dream into reality. Ready to chisel your way into this unique experience? Find out all the details and secure your spot by clicking the link below: Stone carving courses (abraxasacademy.co.uk) Got a burning question or a brilliant tip for our fitting room? Want us to explore a specific topic in our next chat? We'd love to hear from you! Send your fantastic questions and comments to 'The Stone Carving and Lettering Takeaway' and join the conversation. Let's make this community rock! info@abraxasacademy.co.uk www.abraxasacademy.co.uk Stone carving courses (abraxasacademy.co.uk) Woodland Glamping Site | Bradmoor Woods

    19 min

  7. 05/10/2024

    Recognition of Skills

    In this episode Nina and Charlotte talk to Jess Eyre a trained stone mason, and Paul Synan, senior mason from Gloucester Cathedral, who Nina met at Mansion House in London where they all received awards for their work and recognition for the skills they have aquired. Gloucester Cathedral Brú na Bóinne Visitor Centre: Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth | Heritage Ireland Digital Repository of Ireland Search Results (dri.ie) The Rock of Cashel | Heritage Ireland Cathedrals' Workshop Fellowship – Supporting the development of traditional craft skills for the conservation, maintenance & repair of cathedrals & historic buildings. (cwfcathedrals.co.uk) Have a questison or tip for the fitting room, want us to discuss a particular topic, then send your nice questions and comments to 'The Stone Carving and Lettering Takeaway' info@abraxasacademy.co.uk www.abraxasacademy.co.uk Stone carving courses (abraxasacademy.co.uk)

    1h 4m

  8. 03/10/2024

    Top Tips Galore

    In this episode Charlotte and Nina talk to sculptor and mason Tom Waugh who talks openly about his practice in contemporary stone sculpture and his journey from mason to artist. Sculpture in Stone and Marble (tomwaugh.com) BBC Radio 4 - This Cultural Life, Frank Auerbach DIVA - Exhibition at V&A South Kensington · V&A (vam.ac.uk) Women In Revolt! | Tate Britain Have a questison or tip for the fitting room, want us to discuss a particular topic, then send your nice questions and comments to 'The Stone Carving and Lettering Takeaway' info@abraxasacademy.co.uk www.abraxasacademy.co.uk Stone carving courses (abraxasacademy.co.uk)

    59 min
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Nina Bilby and Charlotte Howarth discuss their work, offer help and advice about carving and lettering, commissions, practicalities and the general day to day running of a carving workshop.

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