Fleur Grenier British, b. 1971

Overview
Fleur Grenier

There are few contemporary pewtersmiths working within the UK, of which Fleur is one.  Her passion for pewter began when she was introduced to it while doing her degree at Sir John Cass in London 30 years ago and from that moment she did not look back and it has been a constant companion in her work.

Following her degree she went on to The Royal College of Art, London where she completed her M.A in Goldsmithing, Silversmithing, Metalwork and Jewellery. This passion has remained and when she completed her M.A, she set up a studio in London and in 2003 moved back to Sussex and established the studio where she works from today. 

Fleurs current series of work Home started in 2019, exploring the word ‘home’ and what it means, not only to us as humans but also the many insects, mammals, fish and other creatures with which we share our planet. It also gave her an opportunity to explore a new material, concrete.  She experimented with the different techniques, but also found a crossover of skills such as mould-making, casting and polishing which gave a harmonious fusion of the two materials.

“Home gives us a feeling of belonging no matter whom or what we are, whether it is a nest, house, habitat or ocean. It is a place to feel safe, comfortable, connected or part of a community. A home provides space for an individual to shelter, sleep and eat in relative peace. For families, tribes or colonies it has the added opportunity to communicate and share knowledge. Whatever organism we may be, we all have a place where we feel comfortable – we know it as home.”

The natural environment is a great influence on Fleur’s work and it is important to her that future generations can also enjoy it.  With each sculpture from her Home series that is sold she makes a donation to The Woodland Trust charity to plant a pair of trees, helping to plant woods and regenerate the land.

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Biography
Fleur Grenier

EDUCATION

1994 – 1996                      Royal College of Art

M.A. (R.C.A) Goldsmithing, Silversmithing, Metalwork & Jewellery. 1990 – 1994                                             Sir John Cass, London Metropolitan University

B.A. (Hons) Jewellery, Silversmithing, Metalwork & allied crafts.

1988 - 1990                      Northbrook Metropolitan College – Preliminary Course, College Certificate. 2013 – 2017                                    Smithbrook Glassblowing Studio, Cranleigh, Surrey.

2003 – 2004                      City & Guilds 7407 Certificate in Further Education Teaching, Northbrook Metropolitan College

2006                                    EU Leonardo d’ Vinci Programme.

 

AWARDS

2016                                    Silver Award. Metalwork & Wood Category. Craft & Design Magazine award.

2015                                             Pewter and glass collection MADE Brighton. Craft & Design Magazine award

2015                                    2nd Prize Pewter Live Open Competition

2014                                    Registered ‘Touchmark’ Worshipful Company of Pewterers.

2014                                    2nd Prize Pewter Live Open Competition

2010                                    3rd Prize Pewter Live Open Competition

2000                                    International Design Network Foundation competition 3rd Prize, New York. IDNF/Japanese cutlery manufacturer.

 

COMMISSIONS

2020                                    Crozier for the Bishop of Stepney, London

2016                                    Communion set The Carey Baptist Church, Northampton.

2013                                    Pewter and glass bowl presented to the Countess of Wessex, by The Worshipful Company of Pewterers

2011                                    Series of bowls for Rugby Union (RFU)

2010                                    'Pewter Design & Techniques' - Fleur Grenier, Published by Crowood Press 2010                          East Grinstead 25th Anniversary Triathlon Medals

2009                                    Award for St Catherine’s School, Guildford.

2006                                    Chain of Office for Rustington Parish council.

1996                                    Ceramic Sanitary ware and accessories for Ideal Standard.

 

 

MEMBERSHIPS

2020                                    Member of Design Nation

2018                                    Crafts Council Directory of Makers

2014                                    Registered ‘Touchmark’ at a Ceremony held at the Worshipful Company of Pewterers.

2009                                    Freeman of the Worshipful Company of Pewterers

2004                                    Membership to Sussex Guild Contemporary & Traditional Crafts

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