Kym is one of the latest makers to join us at The Craft Kiln, selling her resin art. Here we find out a bit more about her in our Meet the Maker interview…
Day 1) You
Can you tell us a little bit about who you are and what you make?
I’m Kym Robinson. I started creating resin ocean-themed gifts whilst being furloughed in lockdown. We’ve recently moved to St Austell bay so I can follow my dream as a resin artist. I create and sell practical handmade resin ocean-themed products that make beautiful gifts. My products include; Wood cheese charcuterie boards & knife sets. Bamboo, wood, glass, slate, ceramic coasters. Soap dishes. Candle holders. Light catchers. Shell trinket dishes. Resin Silver beach – themed jewellery. Resin clocks. Resin art on canvas & board, in various sizes .I supply a few independent shops with my products. I attend craft fayres and show in the South West. I also run resin workshops and I’m training to be an art therapy practitioner.
Day 2) Your work
Can you tell us about your product range – what do you sell at The Craft Kiln?
At the Craft Kiln, I sell resin cheese/ charcuterie boards in various shapes and sizes, wood and resin clocks, wood/slate/ ceramic and bamboo coaster sets, storage jars, ocean-based silver jewellery, soap dishes, scallop and outer shell dishes, Light catchers, candle holders and canvas wall art.
Day 3) Your process
How do you create you work and what materials are involved?
I create resin products for the home, which involves mixing a two-part epoxy resin with a hardener, which then cures into a durable, glass-like finish. The process begins with preparing a mould or surface, ensuring it is clean and level. Pigments, dyes, or metallic powders can be added to the resin for colour and depth. Once mixed, the resin is poured into moulds or onto surfaces, allowing for techniques like swirling, layering, embedding objects such as shells or making ocean art by creating waves with white pigment . The piece is then left to cure, typically for 24-72 hours, before being sanded, polished, or finished for a professional look.
Day 4) Your inspiration
What inspires your work?
I’m inspired by all the blues and aqua’s! I use vibrant ocean colours to bring life and excitement into my work. I experiment with different tones, products and applications, finding new effects and love the results. I try to bring the outside in and reflect the beautiful Cornwall coastal surroundings that we are so lucky to encounter where we live, and through multiple visits to Greece, the coasts there have a huge influence in my art.
Day 5) Your favourite
Probably the 4-layer resin clock. Because each layer shows a different pattern of waves below. by placing them in a slightly different space. The end result is a 3D effect. I feel you could just dive into this piece of art 🩵
