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Tilly Wilkinson (Enamelling)

Tilly Wilkinson (Enamelling)

Enameller from the Wirral
a past Chair of the Guild of Enamellers holds CGE status and is currently the regional representative for the North West of England and North Wales

Enamels often react with the metal they are fired onto, producing unexpected colours and effects. Whilst this is a stumbling block for the beginner it is one of the characteristics that Tilly loves about enamel. To use enamel well requires experience and knowledge of the likely effects that can be achieved if the enamel is fired for different times and at different temperatures. Tilly has spent the last twenty years experimenting with different enamelling techniques and produces a range of items from wall pieces to 3 dimensional work, jewellery and bowls. Her current work has a narrative element to it and is illustrative of the comings and goings of the wildlife in her own garden and in the wider landscape around her. Tilly has taken the place of the wonderful Dorothy Cockerell (on her recommendation). Dorothy has now retired from the long journey to her Higham courses, but is continuing in her home city of Edinburgh. We welcome Tilly to the Higham community.