Nikos Vassilaras
Jewellery designer
Was born in Rhodes, and has been thoroughly trained by his father in various techniques of gold and silver crafts. He continued his studies at the “Kunst und Werkschule Pforzheim” Academy.
In 1971 he started his workshop and jewellery shop in Rhodes old town, producing and creating jewellery with precious metals and stones inspired by himself. Being a member of INTERGROUP (constructivism) he has taken part in group and personal exhibitions.
Irmgard Maria Schmitz Vassilaras
Textile Designer
Studied textile design at the “Folkwang University of Arts”.
Since 1974 she lives and works in Rhodes, being a member of INTERGROUP (constructivism) she has taken part in group exhibitions. Her works (hand tufting carpets) decorate various spaces of hotels and homes in Rhodes.
The last few years her creations are attributed with the “stitching method”.