Tracing tradition in Kamon through craftsmanship of metal and stone
By James Handyside, 2021
Fellow’s Profile
James Handyside
Fellow’s Profile
James Handyside
Tracing tradition in Kamon through craftsmanship of metal and stone
Fellowship
Themes
Focus
Passing on the heraldry tradition by encouraging new techniques of metal and stonework carving
Countries
Fellowship year
2016
Supported by
Locality
London
Biography
I am a hand engraver, using the seal engraving technique to create rings featuring artwork inspired by history, myths and biology. I produce contemporary pieces and experiment with European and Japanese engraving techniques, producing cross-fertilisation of styles and processes.
The aim of my 2017 Fellowship was to study metal work techniques, styles and methods developed specifically in Japan, and to understand the thought processes and philosophy that directly affects the aesthetics there. I studied with Japanese masters under the guidance of Hiroshi Suzuki, training in Japanese metalworking, engraving and patination.
Ideas
Disclaimer
All Reports are copyright © the author. The moral right of the author has been asserted. The views and opinions expressed by any Fellow are those of the Fellow and not of the Churchill Fellowship or its partners, which have no responsibility or liability for any part of them.
Ideas
Tracing tradition in Kamon through craftsmanship of metal and stone
By James Handyside, 2021
Disclaimer
All Reports are copyright © the author. The moral right of the author has been asserted. The views and opinions expressed by any Fellow are those of the Fellow and not of the Churchill Fellowship or its partners, which have no responsibility or liability for any part of them.
