Talks & Demonstrations
Talks and Demonstrations
With her previous experience as an international presenter and lecturer Mel has become one of the most sort after speakers from ceramic shows & conferences to local communities and social groups.
Mel travels extensively across the UK sharing the intriguing history, time honoured techniques and examples of where you can find this fascinating work across the globe including our own heritage at Westminster.
All talks include a live demonstration of the technique itself including the mesmerising hand carving of each tile. You'll be captured from start to finish and left with a sense of wonder and awe as you watch an ancient technique come to life before your very eyes.
Fire & Alchemy
Journey with multi award winning Mel Chambers of Alchemy Tiles to discover the fascinating history of a thousand-year-old craft that still holds its magic today in a modern-day era.
Using ancient 13th Century encaustic techniques, witness the magic of carved inlay tiles, in this talk and live demonstration. Each and every tile, is carved (rather than painted) free hand with inspiring
images, quotes and poetry and transformed into beautiful bespoke and unique creations. All held eternal in earth and time.