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Daniel is an incredible artist, gilder & specialist decorator with an eye for using paint, gold leaf and a range of other materials to elevate existing spaces with a creative touch.

David A Smith MBE is a world-renowned signwriter whose career started in 1984, straight after leaving school. Dave then Undertook an apprenticeship for 5 years under Gordon Farr.

There are many of you reading this who will already be familiar with Richard Walker from Watergild Studios. To date, he has taught well over 500 students the craft of Gilding.

Currently showing in Gallery Thirty Three in Wanaka is Kate Alterio’s latest collection – Walk Between Worlds. This collection consists of 10 pieces, each one brought to life through countless hours of work.

“Sacred” by the wonderful Kate Alterio is the latest piece to catch our eye! Its originality speaks volumes as not only being a stunning contemporary piece, but also boasting deeply symbolic meanings.

We’ve featured Emma in our blog before and we’re unashamedly fans of her work. Emma has her own artistic flair when it comes to verre eglomise with a style that is undoubtedly Emma’s own.

Art meets design with the elegant baths created by Grace of London. Each one can truly be called ‘bespoke’ as they are painstakingly finished by hand, with gilded glass and sparkling Swarovski crystals.

If you’ve visited our blog before the name Titian Studios might sound familiar to you, from one of our past blog posts, highlighting the versatile skill set of this talented company.

Bland Design is an incredible Artist, Gilder & Specialist decorator that’s bringing a fresh approach to gold leafing. With an eye for using paint, gold leaf and a range of other materials to elevate existing spaces with a creative touch.

Henry van der Vijver and his team of highly skilled artisans are one of the countries best and most sought after specialist finishers. Henry established HVArt in 1988 and the core of the team have been together for well over a decade.

Traditional signwriting is a subject close to our hearts. Once almost supplanted by vinyl and printed adverts it is seeing a comeback as people are coming around to the bespoke elegance of a uniquely painted sign.

Every time we feature a project by Studio Peascod we’re consistently blown away! Emma’s aesthetic design, artistic sense and knowledge of her craft of glass gilding are second-to-none.

DKT Artworks are London-based specialists in the production of bespoke artwork as well as contemporary and traditional high-end interior finishes. The craftspeople at company boast a wide range of skills and specialities.

These stylish helmets are the world’s first helmets to feature Elite Diamond Concept coating and 24 carat gold leaf finishing, designed by Liquid Colour Design and artist Bradon Seaber.

Kensington Gilders, a longtime customer of ours, have recently completed another prestigious project. The client they’ve added to their portfolio of high-profile and high-end work is none other than the British Museum.

Recently, Emma Peascod has completed a piece for the famous Hotel Adlon Kempinski, Berlin – a luxurious and storied hotel, with a history that stretches back decades!

We rarely get to view the fascinating process of gilding but thanks to Rachael Linton of Sound Vision Studio we have a chance to view a time-lapse of the incredible work she puts into every gilded project.

Robert Grace is such a positive, inspirational person and totally dedicated to his craft which is why he produces such incredible one off exquisite bath tubs.