I am an artist based in Port Chalmers, Dunedin, NZ.

All my pieces are unique, designed and meticulously handcrafted by myself.
I trained in 'Antique Furniture Conservation and Restoration' at West Dean College in England, graduating in 2005. After working as a conservator/restorer for several years I decided to use my skills to do what I really love - to design and make my own objects.

I am very passionate about keeping old crafts alive (i.e. gilding, woodturning, inlay work) and like to combine these with modern design. I mainly work with timber, sometimes I add other materials like metal or glass. I love gilding and often decorate my objects with gold leaf. For more information please check out my website - www.artica.co.nz or you can also find me on facebook - www.facebook.com/kirstenandreae.art