Artisans
“Leather, metal, wood, fabric, clay and paper: the raw materials of the seven very different artisans to which we are introduced by the photographer, Timothy Armes. With a subtle mix of photojournamism and fine art, Timothy offers a glimpse into the typical day of each atelier. The photographer pulls together the varied subjects into a coherent whole that allows us to enter into each of these worlds and understand not only their differences, but also their similarities. We finish by understanding what one really needs to be an Artisan - dexterity, skill, creativity and above all, passion.”
Iron artist
Jean-Christophe Barbier creates with iron - anything from balustrades to simple decorative objects his work attracts much attention.
Peyrus, 26120, France
Hat maker
Carole Pervier's atelier, La Forêt des Chapeaux, speaks volumes for her passion for this underrated item of clothing.
La forêt des Chapeaux
26400 Saoû, France
Printer
Stéphane Landois aquires and restores traditional printing equipement which he then uses to produce a fascinating range of books.
L'Atelier du Hanneton
Les Presles, 26300 Charpey, France
Violin accessory maker
World class, hand made violin accessories for the discerning violinist.
Bois Harmonie
26400 Allex, France
Ceramiste
Cécile Lienhard works with Raku, creating eye-catching decorative ornaments.
26300 Bourg-de-Péage, France
Shoe maker
The Mego workshop created high quality made to measure shoes. Sadly this atelier had to close its doors within a year of these images being taken...
Knife maker
Young knife maker Sébastien Mozul creates and fabricates bespoke knifes, a respected tradition in the French countryside.
Les Ateliers de Ribadhin
26100 Romans-sur-Isère, France