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‘Nihonga: Neo Japanese Painting’ In conversation with Elena Shkvarkina
In the run-up to our special Nihonga workshop, which will take place on Sunday 25 February 2024 at K2 Academy, we’re sharing our conversation with Elena Shkvarkina, the artist and tutor of this workshop. Learn about the ancient Japanese painting technique and what attendees can expect from the upcoming workshop.
Floral Body Adornments Workshop with Jens Jakobsen
Read about a unique workshop organised by K2 Academy as part of the Diploma Course curriculum run by a floral artist and gardener Jens Jakobsen. The workshop focused on creating body adornments and sculptures from deconstructed and reconstructed fresh flowers.
‘Grillz: The Rising Niche in the Jewellery Industry’ Interview with Melvin Faria
Let’s delve into the little-known world of grillz! We’ve interviewed our Grillz Course leader Melvin Faria to learn about his personal journey as a grillz maker, his perspectives on the industry, and what participants can expect from his 3-Day Grillz Course at K2 Academy, the only in-person grillz-making course on this side of the Atlantic.
The Story Behind The Engagement Object
We asked K2 graduate, Michaela Barochova to share the story of an extraordinary commission she received for an engagement ring that became an engagement object, along with the challenges she successfully overcame during its creation.
Palimpsest Ink Drawing by Elena Shkvarkina
Learn about Palimpsest Ink Drawing technique and the Jewellery Illustration Workshop with Elena Shkvarkina taking place in May at K2 Academy.
Cluster Residency Programme: “Committee of Sleep” Exhibition by Claudia Lepik
In the Summer 2021 K2 Academy had a pleasure to partner with Cluster London for a jewellery residency programme during which Claudia Lepik, a jeweller from Estonia, prepared a series of pieces for a solo exhibition at the Oxo Tower in October 2021.
‘Connecting Values: Exploring co-creation through making’ Exhibition
Read about the exhibition showcasing jewellery and art pieces made by K2 Academy directors Kelvin Birk and Katrin Spranger in collaboration with Camden residents based on their stories and chosen theme of ‘value’. This cultural exchange culminated in creating an electroformed fountain and a crushed-stone neckpiece.