Andy D Kemp 

Artist Designer & Photographer 

Living and working in rural France

As early as he can remember light and art have been a fascination, passion, and driving force through creative drawing and graphic design. Although for much of his career Andy concentrated on designing and creating things in three dimension, from simple Objets d'Art, to huge chandeliers (up to six metre in diameter), and an array of sculpture in wood, stone and metals.

Notable commissions include:

Design and manufacture of Chandeliers at Greenwich University, Avery Hill Library (commissioned through Trevor Dannett & Partners).

The entrance chandelier at The Langham Hotel, London (commissioned through Stuart Interiors).

Design and manufacture of over three hundred and fifty lighting products with RS Robertson, Montrose, Denman's plc. London

Furniture and lighting goods for Chelsom Lighting.

A vast array of products for retail outlets including;

 Renwick & Clarke, London.

 The Conran Shop, Michelin House Store, London.

 Christian DeFalbe, London.

Along with architectural details and features for numerous private clients, manufactured in Steel & metals, Limestone, Wood and Resin.

Very much a hands on designer, Andy also worked on a variety of projects with Webb&Kempf ltd., Global Village, Kevin McCloud, Christian DeFable, Milletts, English Hurdle, and many other interior designers and architects; Before reluctantly relocating to France, following death threats upon his immediate family and a subsequent nervous breakdown upon events, forcing his then successful business to be closed.

Now, coming to terms with the effects of Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and DPS an aspect in Secondary Parkinson's (in the inability to accurately coordinate controlled hand and finger movements over sustained periods) while still designing, Andy's creative spirit is emerging in various other Arts; in particular through the lens. Where the often clumsy jolt upon the shutter release button produces some truly amazing shots.

Known for his creative skill and originality Andy continues to design a broad range of products, logos and promotional material, working freelance on short contracts, behind the scenes, and on a consultation basis for various clients developing new produce, rebranding goods or updating their corporate image.

 Andy also produces a variety of digital artworks, writes poetry, short stories and creates the occasional cartoon characters like Whimsical Will and friends.