Member of the Month: Robert Goldsworthy

I studied and obtained a first degree in Three-Dimensional Design, Silversmithing at Hornsey College of Art, London in 1973 and set up a silversmithing practice in Clerkenwell, London, sharing a studio and collaborating in projects with Stanley Reece, engraver, during the period '70s to the late '80s. I moved to the Norfolk coast where I developed a passion for the sea and sailing due to having made many silver models of silver Arabic sailing dhow boats, both large and small, destined for Middle East clients. During that period I was involved with both commissioned and exhibition work and was awarded Freeman of the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths and Fellow of the Institute of Professional Goldsmiths. I also spent many years in art and design teaching finishing as a part-time silversmithing tutor at Hereford College of Art in 2021.

Whilst completing an MA at Birmingham School of Jewellery, BCU, I became excited about using vitreous enamelling within my work practice, the joy of exploring colour and incorporated this process into future work projects. Currently I am a member and CIC director of Alloy, a collaborative group of small metal designer makers in Hereford.

My art and design interests are diverse which include analogue and digital photography, traditional intaglio and relief printing and have an appetite in experiencing new horizons.

Find Robert on his website.

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