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⭐️SIGNWRITING & REVERSE GLASS GILDING⭐️
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⚓️Fareham, Portsmouth & Southsea ⚓️

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• Wanda •

So I’ve decided to name the vending machine Wanda, she’s the first, and I do believe quite magical ✨.

Anyway, right now she is proudly awaiting her knobs being twiddled by YOU on Castle Road @strongislandclothingco

Take some pound coins (it’s 2 x £1 a twiddle) and she will produce a mini art print and a sticker.

Please tag me if you go! Would love to know what you think.

📍Strong Island Clothing, 77a Castle Road, Southsea, PO5 3AY

[vending machine fine art prints reverse glass gilded art hand painted Southsea Portsmouth ] taken in Strong Island Clothing Co. by @thefrustratedcreative

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• Vending Machine Joy •

So excited to finally share my mini print vending machine which began as an idea back in May and is now really here!!

A print and sticker at random each time, 18 different prints, all on fine art paper and signed on the reverse. Many (I’ve not counted) different holographic sticker designs, again at random.

All of the artwork is taken from original gilded pieces, either on glass or paper, some of which I have made especially for this project.

These are exclusive to this little machine - they wont be available anywhere else.

This has taken way longer than I imagined due to my perfectionism procrastination and having to learn a small amount of mechanical engineering 👀. Also went a bit extra with the gilding and signwriting, but why not.

I’ll announce its location on Wednesday (9th) September - but I reckon you guys can already figure that out 🤩…

Would LOVE to know what you think - all a bit trial and error so feedback is always appreciated. 🧡

Thanks as ever to my long suffering creative friends who have been bugged relentlessly over my chaotic ideas - you know who you are.

[ print vending machine stickers reverse glass gilding aceo original art signwriting Southsea Portsmouth ] by @thefrustratedcreative

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a month ago

• Proud Prints •

My artwork usually starts with a gilded piece on glass, and the proud wall was born this way too.
(Please excuse the fingerprints…)

23ct gold from @goldleafsupply oil gilded on glass with glitter and @1shotpaints enamels. ✨

I’ve made some prints of the original artwork and they are for sale - live on my website now. (Link in bio) 👩🏻‍🦰

@portsmouthprideuk is completely volunteer run and relies on donations and partners for funding. With this in mind, 10% of all profits from the ‘proud prints’ will go directly to them to support their ongoing work in the community. 🏳️‍🌈

Use the code PRIDE25 for free shipping. 💌

It’s been a real treat to gild and paint @gunwharfquays.

#portsmouthpride #proud #reverseglassgilding #23ctgold taken in Gunwharf Quays by @thefrustratedcreative

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a year ago

Not everything makes it online… 👀

We’ve always got new bits landing in store that never quite make it onto the website — from our own latest goodies to some brilliant finds from local creatives.

So if you’re passing Castle Road, pop in and have a rummage. You never know what you might find..

Good for a browse, even better for finding a little something you didn’t know you needed.

See you in store !

@whatsthepoint.creations
@thefrustratedcreative
@the_long_vacation

#strongislandclothingco #CastleRoad #Southsea #IndependantShopping by @thefrustratedcreative

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22 days ago

• Atomic Bloom •

Blisteringly hot day for paint and size to dry instantly! ☀️

Yet perseverance won, and @atomicbloomstudio now have some pretty windows, oil gilded with 23ct leaf.

All the pinks and greens, with a smidge of whimsy thrown in. 🌸🌱💗✨ taken in Powerscourt Road, North end by @thefrustratedcreative

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3 months ago

• Here Comes The Fun •

Something completely different that feels very summery! 23.5ct gold, oil gilded, with enamels and a sprinkle of glitter. ☀️

I made the frame for this one, second time for everything… love the freedom of creating the ‘whole artwork’.

The original is sold, prints and cards are available online. ⚡️

Let me know what you think - more of this style? ✨

{reverse glass gilding gold leaf painting framing bespoke original art}

@lionpfs for framing supplies
@ashandover for brushes
@goldleafsupply for gold etc
@1shotpaints for enamel
@strongislandclothingco for the pop up 🫶🏼 taken in Southsea by @thefrustratedcreative

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3 months ago

Father’s Day is just around the corner 👀

Whether you’re shopping for Dad, Grandad, stepdad, the father figure in your life, or just someone who’s notoriously difficult to buy for… we’ve got a few ideas.

From locally designed tees and caps to mugs, artwork, books and Southsea-inspired goods, there’s plenty to discover in store.

Pop in for a browse and see what catches your eye ✌️

@the_long_vacation
@thefrustratedcreative
@pigeon_books

Open Wednesday–Saturday
11am–4:30pm

#Southsea #RadDad #FathersDay #StrongIsland by @thefrustratedcreative

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4 months ago

• ⚡️GIVEAWAY⚡️ •

In honour of pride month, I’d love to give away some prints and a pin.
There will be three winners picked at random:
✨ the first person picked will receive an enamel proud pin
✨ the second person picked will receive a small giclee proud print
✨ the third person picked will receive a large giclee proud print, hand gilded with 23.5ct gold leaf

To enter, make sure you’re following me, like and tag someone in the comments.
Each comment is an entry and you can share to your story for an additional entry (make sure you tag me in it or it’s hard to keep track).

I’ll close the giveaway on Friday (19th June) at 9pm and announce the winners on Saturday.

Not affiliated with insta in any way - just sharing some colourful joy 🏳️‍🌈💗✨

Good luck!! taken in Portsmouth, England, UK by @thefrustratedcreative

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4 months ago

A hand finished solid oak frame by @thefrustratedcreative using our bare wood oak moulding - impressive work! by @thefrustratedcreative

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4 months ago

Looking for a gift? 👀

There’s some serious talent on these shelves.

We’ve filled the shop with artwork, prints and handmade pieces from local creatives.

The collection changes regularly, so if something catches your eye, don’t hang about for too long 😉

In store only.

@the_long_vacation
@pigeon_books
@thefrustratedcreative
@southseastudio

Open Wednesday–Saturday
11am–4:30pm

#southsea #LocalCreatives #castleroad by @thefrustratedcreative

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4 months ago

• R.N.H.C •

No words can really describe the private tour I had of the Royal Navy Heritage Collection today.

I also can’t tell you what I saw - so forgive me, but believe me when I tell you it’s a heritage craft dream of everything you’ve ever imagined, in metals, woods, ceramics, glass and artwork. Truly spectacular.

I made a little gilded sign to say thank you as a small token of my appreciation.

18ct and 23.5ct gold, watergilded and framed very simply.

As ever - impossible to get a good picture of. taken in Portsmouth, England, UK by @thefrustratedcreative

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5 months ago

• RN MEGS Propeller •

This is the symbol of the Royal Navy Marine Engineering Branch. I was asked to create leaving gifts for two Royal Navy Officers who had spent their careers in this branch.

Acid etched glass, with water gilded 23.5ct gold propeller, 18ct lemon gold lightening, and natural lilac abalone.

Handmade solid oak frame, finished with a ‘purple heart’ engraved back (courtesy of @militarygizzits).

Gold from @goldleafsupply
Oak from @lionpfs
Purple heart from @surrey_timbers
Wax from @odiesoil.uk
Patience in spades from @militarygizzits

I really enjoyed making these, there is something special about making an entire piece from start to finish including the frame.

These were well received and am advised I matched the ‘ME Purple’ perfectly.

It’s given me a lot more ideas of different things in this style, let me know what you think.

(Tape applied to try to protect the recipient’s identity).

[reverse glass gilding gold leaf Royal Navy handmade] taken in HMS Sultan by @thefrustratedcreative

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5 months ago