Collaborations
Studio Critical:
Studio Critical:
Nick Vorstermans is a designer and wood master craftsman based in Manchester.
Keeley and Nick met soon after they had started their new creative businesses, and whilst exhibiting at the Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair.
Keeley and Nick's collaborative process demonstrates a dedication to detail and a fusion of traditional and digital techniques. By repurposing materials and embracing sustainable practices, they create pieces that blend seamlessly and carry a narrative of creativity and environmental consciousness.
You can visit Nick in his workshop and new retail gallery space on Fridays and Saturdays, click the link below for more info.
Rachel Butlin
Rachel Butlin is a Jewellery designer and maker based in Staffordshire.
Keeley and Rachel met while teaching at the University of Staffordshire, and have exhibited at many shows together since.
Rachel Butlin continues to redefine the concept of contemporary jewellery. Working in collaboration with Keeley Traae Rachel has produced sculptural compositions that challenge conventions.
This wearable jewellery showcases meticulously curated material combinations, blending colourful 3d printed PLA elements with hand-crafted formica, walnut and silver components.
You can visit Rachel at her studio by appointment, to find out more about Rachel and her creative practice click here
Dominic Marshall Design
Based in Staffordshire, Dom’s love of print has been the basis of his freelance practice since graduating with an MA in Ceramics in 1995.
Keeley and Dom met whilst designing at Wedgwood and have been married for 27 years.
Keeley designed and made these slip-cast earthenware forms that are a vehicle for Dom’s unique graphic pattern application.
This ceramic collaboration celebrates Dom’s love of geometric patterns inspired by Bauhaus and mid-century designers such as Susie Cooper and Eric Ravillious, his experimental collage techniques mean each object is individually styled and unique.
Dom’s original art prints are created on the Kitchen table using screen printing methods and materials. You can find out more about Dom and his practice through this link.