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OPIWORKS MECHANICAL ART
Jane Ryan
Mobile: 07875570088
I studied Fine Art at Chelsea School of Art and moved to West Cornwall in 1988 with my new baby. I started my little company, 'OPI' making simple mechanical toys (for grown-ups) in an attempt to combine motherhood and work. Three kids on I am still making them. I use a lot of reclaimed wood, enjoying the obvious history of the material. Recently I have been using mostly oak which is weighty and lovely to work. All the pieces are one off, no two are the same. There have been recurrent themes over the years which reflect my seaside home, gardening, food. I hope that my work is infused with a genuine humour. I have always been more interested in decoration and form than clever mechanics and my toys have very simple mechanisms designed to charm rather than amaze. I work in a disused cowshed in a state of blissful chaos. Heaven in the summer and bleak in the winter, with my faithful hound snoring at my feet.
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Kira on Feb 24, 2023
5 out of 5 starsI have been wanting to buy one of these beating heart cats for awhile and am so happy to have finally got one as they sell so quickly! It is absolutely beautiful and I am delighted with my purchase. Thank you so much!
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Hazel on Feb 4, 2023
5 out of 5 starsAbsolutely beautiful item. Exquisite work and wonderfully packaged. I’m delighted.
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angela on Feb 3, 2023
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful ‘treasure’. Looks exactly like my Bengal so very special Valentines gift for my husband.
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W on Feb 3, 2023
5 out of 5 starsThe colours are rich and gorgeous, the carving and painting superb, the mechanics simple but effective and the concept truly "heartfelt" 💖. Another beautifully designed and crafted piece by the one and only Jane - Opiworks. Thank you J .
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