Keeping busy in retirement and recovering from major surgery surprisingly turned into a thriving business venture for local resident Ray Pearman.
In summer 2023, Ray started to experiment with painting and printing wooden disks with glass cabochons (gemstones).
What started as a way to pass the time quickly sparked an exciting idea – creating personalised wooden maps. Thus, Cabochon Art Studio was born.
In January, Ray created one of his unique maps of “picturesque” Little Chalfont, chosen for its “historic charm with natural beauty”.
Despite living with juvenile idiopathic arthritis since she was 18 months old, Ray’s daughter Sophie has become the “social media and design enthusiast” of the family.
Sophie’s two brothers, Henry and William, have also brought their own skills to the table in designing, crafting and lending a hand at events.
Mum Cathy keeps everyone smiling on the cold early morning starts when they set up at craft fairs.
The most recent recruits to the Pearman family business are Sophie’s children, Olivia and Billy.
Each piece is made from sustainable materials and is hand-assembled by the family.
Talking to CHALFONTS&GERRARDSCROSSnews, Sophie said: “Living with arthritis since I was 18 months old means I can’t always attend craft fairs, but when my health allows, I love being there alongside my parents, meeting customers and sharing our work in person.
“For us, Cabochon Art isn’t just about making beautiful pieces; it’s about craftsmanship, creativity, and the joy of bringing people something personal.”
Find out more at www.cabochonart.com or stay up to date on Instagram @CabochonArtStudio.
Photo credit: Cabochon art studio
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