Shalini Austin
About Shalini Austin
I am a self taught metalsmith and I make Copper Things.
Originally from New Delhi, India I now live in Stamford, Lincolnshire with my husband and 2 rescue dogs.
It started as a hobby in 2008, making wire jewellery. As I progressed on my creative journey I learnt to appreciate sheet metal, especially copper.
So it is only natural that my work is now taking a new path in fabricating metal.
Since Summer 2014 I have been working mainly with sheet copper, crafting a decorative and functional range of copper jewellery, home-ware and sculptures. I love working with sheet metal and creating interesting 3D forms and shapes, often using nothing more than a simple hammer to create textures.
Recently I have also started kiln fired enamelling, which has proven very popular, especially with jewellery customers.
Further Info
Specialised in
Metalwork (Copper), Enamelling
Open to the Public?
Yes, by appointment only
Provides Course / Training
Yes
Available for Craft Fairs
Available - please ask about pricing
Contact
Stamford
GB
Upcycled Copper Pipe Cuff FANTASY | Made to Order
Waste Not Want Not series: Metal salvaged from an old copper pipe.
Wide Copper Cuff Bracelet FANTASY made from copper pipe. Each wearable copper art cuff is organic, bold and a one off.
Where possible these cuffs will be made from salvaged copper pipes. I do my best to use reclaimed copper if I can. However, if I have none available then I will use new pipe. I will always tell you if your bespoke piece was made from upcycled or new material.