Nina Hunter

As an artist and curator, Nina’s practice sits at the intersection of myth, femininity, and soft power, translating classical archetypes into a distinctly contemporary visual language. Rooted in a refined sensitivity to beauty and symbolism, her work draws from mythology while embracing modern gesture, where fluid brushwork, softened palettes, and moments of gold converge to evoke something both timeless and immediate. Through ELYSIUM, she extends her vision beyond the canvas, shaping an immersive world that reflects a higher state of being. 

Zosia Berkieta-Lewis is a botanical designer and artist. Founding Terra Flora, a botanical and floral design studio in 2015, Zosia takes inspiration from the biophilia hypothesis and, the therapeutic benefits of being surrounded by natural elements. She is fascinated with how people interact with and use space and has created sculptural florals and botanical installations. Zosia’s work is rooted in the idea that nature and wellbeing are intrinsically linked and she seeks out opportunities where her installations can also connect with the people who encounter it. 

In the past decade her practice has evolved to become a studio with a strong collaborative and curative working practice, which focusses on seasonality, nature, and the ways that plants and flowers interact with each other. 

The Biophilia hypothesis is the idea that humans possess an innate tendency to seek connections with nature and other forms of life. In The Anatomy of Human Destructiveness (1973), Erich Fromm described biophilia as “the passionate love of life and of all that is alive.” Biologist Edward O. Wilson, in his work Biophilia (1984) proposed “the tendency of humans to focus on and to affiliate with nature and other life-forms has, in part, a genetic basis.” 

Hannah Shkandrij is a self-taught embroidery artist, born and raised in Manchester UK. 

Educated with a BA Hons Textile Degree from Nottingham Trent University, she spent her early career working for corporate and independent fashion companies in London & New York. 

In 2019, she chose to dedicate her career to being a full-time embroidery artist. 

Working from her home garden studio in the suburbs of Manchester, Hannah draws on themes of nature and her Ukrainian heritage; creating colourful and intricate patterns that have a charming folkloric feel. 

Hannah focuses on hand and digital embroidery processes, which allow her to create artworks that are refined; yet maintain an organic charm. 

Her practice is sustainably underpinned, using reclaimed and natural materials where possible; and favouring natural fabrics like Linen. 

In 2021 She has was featured in The Telegraph’s online article ‘Craft Culture’, which highlighted the UK’s leading emerging textile artists; and their influence on contemporary culture. 

She currently sells her embroidered homeware collection, to high-end independent lifestyle shops and galleries; across the UK. Hannah also works on a bespoke commission basis, creating one-off pieces for individual clients and special occasions. 

This will be Hannah’s debut collaborative exhibition, one she is delighted to be part of. 

Claire Ninham is a contemporary fine artist living in rural North Yorkshire. Drawing inspiration from her immediate surroundings, she creates lyrical oil paintings in harmony with the seasons.

Attuned to the underlying pulse and rhythms of nature, she strives to capture the hidden vibratory field from which form emerges and dissolves.

Claire studied illustration and printmaking at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art, Scotland, where poetry inspired her degree show. She continues this connection today, writing short-form poems that exist in quiet dialogue with her visual work. Subsequent study in horticulture, garden design and botanical painting has deepened and complemented her practice.

Claire’s home studio provides endless inspiration — the garden, daily canal walks, local moors, and ever-changing skies. She increasingly desires silence but embraces natural sounds, which deeply resonate through her art, from birdsong to the susurration of trees.