Clare Rothwell, Khanyi Designs
Reclaimed materials become enlightening wildlife in her skilled hands. She relishes exploring and sharing the potential of functional upcycled art. In 2019 she won joint 1st at the Innibos National Craft Awards, and in 2020 was an Enviropaedia Eco-Logic Award finalist. ‘Clare' and 'Khanyi' both mean 'light' says Rothwell. ‘I use my design skills to make my customers’ homes and our environment a little bit brighter.’
Clare supports Shine NGO. A pair of owl lamps will be raffled at the exhibition, with the proceeds going to Shine.
Shine NGO assists underserved people to access opportunities to sustainably escape poverty and grow towards their full potential.
Shine is a holistic and integrated development programme based at the Sunshine Life Centre in Port Alfred, South Africa. The Life Centre opened on 24 July 2023. With its walk-in help desk, it offers anyone living in Ndlambe Municipality access to relevant development opportunities making use of existing and tested programs.