CV
I have been working with beads for more than 15 years and in 2005 published an electronic book "Secrets of beading" for beginners. I have developed my own Freeform Peyote technique using semiprecious stones which makes my beadworks absolutely unique. My interests in arts and crafts are not only limited to beadworks but are spread over many other technique and areas including artificial flowers and bonsai trees, cold porcelain, frivolite and tatting, knitting and crocheting, photography and graphics. Recently I have found a passion for watercolour painting and have looked to enhance my skills to develop myself professionally.
Mission/Future Plan
My plan over the next year includes teaching young children arts and crafts. I also intend to go to evening classes to develop my skills. The class is focussing on watercolour painting. I would also love the opportunity to house my own exhibition demonstrating my niche skills.
Awards & Grants
Exhibition "Modern interpretation of beads 2012", Kaliningrad (Russia). Mono-exhibition "Best brooch." 1st Place
Exhibition Hall "Pechatniki" "The World of Flowers", Moscow (Russia). Note of thanks
Jubilee exhibition of Neli Salkova "A Teacher and a Students", State Exhibition Hall "Rostokino", Moscow (Russia). Note of thanks
Tucson Jem and Jewelry Show (J.O.G.S.). International Exhibition “One of a Kind”,Arizona (USA). 3rd Place
Exhibitions
2013, 15/06-10/07
The fourth International Fashion Colorworks 2013 Beading Contest is hosted by My Lovely Beads, (Internet)
2012-2013, 24/12-08/01
Exhibition "Picturesque Russia" to mark the 135th anniversary of the birth of B.N.Kustodieva, Moscow (Russia)
2012, 24/11-27/11
II International Festival "The Magic of beads and stones," and exhibition of "The World of Women", Belgorod (Russia)
2012, 05/11-25/11
Exhibition of paintings, drawings and decorative arts artists ZNUI "Russian historical", State Exhibition Hall and Museum "Legacy", Moscow (Russia)
2012, 05/07-11/07
IV International Exhibition & Competition of Contemporary Arts St.Petersburg's ArtWeek, St.Petersburg (Russia)
2012, 15/06-10/07
The third International Fashion Colorworks 2012 Beading Contest is held by My Lovely Beads, (Internet)
2012, 19/05-09/06
IV International exhibition "Modern interpretation of beads 2012", and mono exhibition-competition "Best brooch", Kaliningrad (Russia)
2012, 17/05-01/06
International exhibition of arts and crafts "Soul Colours 2012", Minsk (Belarus)
2012, May
The Beadworkers Guild 13th Annual Challenge. Theme: ‘It’s all in the game’. This competition is open to members of The Beadworkers Guild only. (UK)
2012, 27/04-20/05
Exhibition Hall "Pechatniki" "The World of Flowers", Moscow (Russia)
2012, 18/04-28/04
Jubilee exhibition of Neli Salkova "A Teacher and a Students", State Exhibition Hall "Rostokino", Moscow (Russia)
2012, 27/01-07/02
Tucson Jem and Jewelry Show (J.O.G.S.). International Exhibition “One of a Kind”, Arizona (USA)
2010
Exhibition "Bead-design New Wave 2010" Moscow, (Russia)
2008
Internet competition "BEADSKY BRACELETS-2008"
2007
Internet competition "BEADSKY RINGS-2007"
Education/Training
2013
Cardiff Metropolitan University
Summer Art Course specifically focussing on Watercolour Painting and I have completed Widening Access Art Course
1999
Natalja Nesterova’s University. Specialising in Fashion Design
1998 – 1999
People’s University of Arts, Theatre Department
Distinguished Diploma in Writing & Verse
1995 – 1998
People’s University of Arts, Decorative Art Department
Distinguished Diploma in Arts & Crafts
1994 – 1995
Professional and Skill Training Centre
Distinguished Diploma in Fashion Design
1993 - 1994
Petersburg High School of Fashion & Craft
Diploma in Tailoring and also completed tatting and bead working courses
Publications
Catalogue
Art and crafts of Russia “Names in art of Russia”, Moscow 2012
IV International exhibition “Modern interpretation of beads 2012”
Tucson Jem and Jewelry Show (J.O.G.S.). International Exhibition “One of a Kind”, Arizona (USA). 2012
Book
O. Mulyarova, “Secrets of beading”, Berlin, 2005 (in Russian).
Work Experience
2013 – To Date St Paul’s Church in Wales Primary Teaching Assistant
2007 – To Date Self Employed Teacher
2012 Timeless Elegance Bridal, Cardiff Seamstress
2011 Greek Cypriot Centre, Cardiff Teaching Assistant
2010 People University of Arts, Russia Teacher
2010 The Beads Nest, Cardiff Jewellery Maker
2010 Self Employed, Cardiff Teacher
2008 – 2010 Matrioshka, Cardiff Teacher
1994 – 1995 Self Employed, Russia Teacher
My teaching roles described above all centre on Arts & Crafts. Some of the courses I have delivered have included distance learning such as People University of Arts in Russia. I have also delivered lessons to young children focussing around beading, knitting, cold porcelain, origami and crocheting. Alongside, this I have run a collage course at Matrioshka attended by young children. I have experience teaching adults as I have delivered one to one lesson focussing on frivolite. I have regular contact from clients who require learning specific skills.