The Society of Heraldic Art
Gabriele Reina SHA +click image(s) to enlarge
Gabriele Reina was born in Lugano, Switzerland, in 1969 to an old Lombard family with a double tradition: military and industrial. A painter of portraits of the old school, he was introduced to heraldry through his master (the Futurist Sibò, 1907-2000, whose artistic ancestors included Frederick Leighton) who made him refine his drawing by studying fabulous beasts carved in the fabric of ancient abbeys and castles when they studied together in Siena county.
He prefers to paint large heraldic coats of arms on canvases or panels of over one meter in height and has developed expertise in many different techniques including the use of watercolour, tempera, oil paint and majolica (he also made monumental ceramic stoves with heraldic motifs).
In recent years, he has dedicated himself to a series of nearly 60 large heraldic standards on thick canvas and damask, painted in oil or using an encaustic technique, depicting the coats of arms of great French, Spanish and Portuguese families (many of them extinct). His works are always based on accurate philological research.
He lives and works in Milan and Lake Maggiore. He is a member of Collegio Araldico Romano (Rome), Società Italiana di Studi Araldici (Turin) and the Robert Louis Stevenson Club (Edinburgh). He is a professional art historian and writer with two MA degrees in foreign languages and art history (Milan University) and a PhD in art history (Lausanne University). He was editor, writer and last editor in chief of the historical publishing company FMR/Franco Maria Ricci.
Website: www.gabrielereina.com
Instagram: @gabrielereinapainter
Email: gabriele_reina@yahoo.it
Sophie Salm-Reifferscheidt SHA + click image(s) to enlarge
The Silversmith Sophie Salm-Reifferscheidt has Bachelor and Masters Degrees in Silversmithing. Her goal is simply to create beautiful, wearable jewellery and usable everyday silver objects, individually crafted one piece at a time. From her workshop near the Vienna Opera, she produces single items as well as small series of pieces using a variety of metals.
While the product range is limited only by one's imagination, so far the items produced on a commission basis have included cufflinks, badges, cutlery, lighters, brooches and belt buckles. The items produced can be designed from scratch or remade using a previous design. She now lives in Vienna, Austria, with her husband and three children.
You can find other examples of Sophie's work on www.sophiesalm.com
Sophie Ledochowski-Salm Graf-Starhemberg-Gasse 9/24 1040 Vienna Austria
Phone: +4369918181845
Email: shop@sophiesalm.com
Tania Crossingham ASHA + click image(s) to enlarge
I am an Illuminator, Heraldic artist, Calligrapher and Teacher originally from Australia; now living and working in Finland. My professional career began as an Art and History teacher, then I pursued my passion for medieval illumination. A love for Heraldic art developed a few years later. For thirty years I have been creating hand painted pieces for my clients across the world. My work has been presented to Queen Elizabeth II, and been featured in Warner Brother Films.
I can create a beautiful and highly detailed illuminated document, heraldic art or Illumination for you. I work on vellum using gold leaf and the highest quality paints to create a treasured piece that can be handed down for generations. Customer service is very important to me. I will listen carefully to your desires, creating something special that suits your needs and budget, and involve you in the creative process every step of the way.
I invite you to visit my website to see the full range of what I can offer you.
Web: https://www.tania-crossingham.com/
Email: info@tania-crossingham.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taniacrossingham/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/illumination.artist/
William Barsley ASHA + click image(s) to enlarge
William runs an award winning carving company, who specialise in custom woodcarvings, offering clients fully painted and gilded heraldic work. Over the last three years he has undertaken work for the Royal College of Arms, alongside working on medieval heraldry within the Houses of Parliament.
After finishing his training at the City and Guilds of London Art School, William has carved crests and coats of arms for Roald Dahls grandson, the Chartered Institute of Insurance and Rouge Croix Pusuviant to name but a few. He is passionate about working closely with his clients to ensure they receive a quality carving that will be treasured for years.
Phone: +44 7979152538
Website: www.williambarsley.com
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