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nd just like that, the summer is behind us. Another short lived one here in the UK, so I hope many of our readers managed to jet off somewhere scorching like Madrid or Milan whilst they had the chance. This month we’ve got a fantastic issue lined up for you, our cover gem is Hayley Norman, owner of Gallery 1066 and London Row International Fine Art, head over to page 23 to see Daniel Moore’s insightful interview with her. We’ve also had the fantastic opportunity to showcase London’s premier cabaret club, the aptly named London Cabaret Club.

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Daniel Moore For all art lovers, there are plenty of masterpieces to cast ones eye on by visiting (www.gallery1066fineart. com and www.londonrowfineart. com). The links contain access to designs from over 80 international artists who are collaborating with the gallery.

Hayley provided some words of encouragement “Believe in yourself, be passionate and live your dream.

You have to believe it and want it to make it happen”, she concluded.

“In the art world, artists need to find a style of work that is unique to them, to create an identity that people can recognise, to set them apart from others. We offer as much support and advice as we can to anyone that walks through our doors – a warm welcome, smile and coffee awaits, we look forward to meeting you”.

16–17 Elizabeth Gage; High Calibre Jewellery Design 32–33 GX Gallery; Bohemian Crystal

It is clear from Hayley’s illustrious career that both galleries will continue going from strengthto-strength as the years press on. Her commitment, drive and in determination demonstrates that y anything is possible when you put your mind to it. For those keen to For more, head over to: break into the industry or wishing of www.gallery1066fineart.com and one day owning their own business, www.londonrowfineart.com

34-35 The London Cabaret Club; Classy Cabaret & Elegant Dining 36-41 INTERIORS 42-43 Anna Mazzotta; Hollywood’s Artist to the Stars

48-49 Top Ten Christmas Gift Guide

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Hayley Norman of Gallery 1066 & London Row International Fine Art:

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Hayley Norman is a talented designer and owner of two prestigious art galleries in Hertfordshire. We find out how she has made a great success for herself in the competitive world of fine art.

Words: Daniel Moore | Photography: Anna Nicholas | Make up & Hair: Josephine Mcgrail & Rachel McDonald www.gallery1066fineart.com | www.londonrowfineart.com Info@gallery1066.com & info@londonrowfineart.com

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ntrepreneur Hayley Norman always had a pipe dream and that was to one day own her own gallery due to her love and passion for fine art. Little did she know her dreams would become a reality opening ‘Gallery 1066’ and a few years later ‘London Row International Fine Art’ in the quintessential town of Baldock, Hertfordshire.

Hayley is inspired by artists from all walks of life while her professional team continue scouting out unique talent to exhibit at the galleries.

“That’s what’s amazing about the art world, every day is different and I am constantly inspired by the creative talent that is always evolving, personally I have quite an eclectic taste so I’m not categorising myself into any one box”.

Gallery 1066 oozes decadence and glamour with its bright and modern open plan design Hayley’s success began at the age of 21 where she founded ‘The PRL Group’ a marketing and graphic design company working with B2B across all different business sectors that has been her passion over the past 28 years. Her passion for creative design has allowed the charismatic designer to set up Gallery 1066 in 2010, combining her marketing firm and zest for art under one roof. “I bought a beautiful old building that I lovingly restored to create the haven that you see today which boasts 3500 sq ft over two floors. This is a place where people can take some time out of their busy schedules and just

lose themselves with the creative talent that we have on display”

‘I really enjoyed driving 3 paintings to lake Geneva recently whereby we took advantage of the trip and then “Of course, opening up any business cycled 100 miles around the lake!’ has its obstacles and one of them was location as the galley is not on Gallery 1066 oozes decadence a busy high street, however this has and glamour with its bright and actually worked in our favour as we modern open plan design set offer a more private and intimate across two floors where visitors can view works from a range of setting.” emerging and renowned artists who are consistently shaping the She continued: “Nestled down world of fine art. For example, a cobbled mews people do not expect to find such a diverse gallery Anna Mazzotta’s avant-garde masterpieces have grabbed mass with renowned artists from around the globe” Thanks to Hayley’s attention from A-listers, collectors and high-profile fashion brands, marketing background her client base has grown, enticing collectors with works including her infamous ‘Casino’ portrait, featured along and artists from around the world,

the top floor of the gallery. Other beautiful craftsmanship from acclaimed names such as American painter Todd White and Fabian Perez – renowned for perpetuating the beauty of both men and women through moody, silhouette imagery are displayed in decadent booths for the public to browse at their leisure.

The relaxed ambience has proved a hit with clients. Some can spend an afternoon sitting and chatting with Hayley and her friendly team in this relaxed and contemporary environment. The private cobbled mews provides extra privacy for private investors that do not want to deal with the hustle and bustle of the high street, which has worked well for the gallery’s red carpet events hosted throughout the year.

The Extra Mile The success of the gallery whittles down to its core values of going that extra mile for customers, taking them on a journey to connect with a particular artist. For Hayley, a crucial factor is stripping down any barriers of ‘intimidation’ by making everyone feel welcome and guiding clients on fine art no matter what their level of knowledge is. “We are almost like matchmakers in the art world”, Hayley replied. “By getting to know our clients we can introduce them to different works of art that we feel would suit their personality and living space. Like all relationships a successful one is built on trust and communication adding that this warm and personal approach not only differentiates Gallery 1066 and London Row from mainstream competitors, but also sees customers returning to the gallery because of their wonderful experience.”

To say that the gallery only caters for wall art would be false as there are many products and services available. For those browsing Gallery 1066 would have come across many beautiful sculptures

and metal figurines from the likes of award winning sculptor Rick Kirby, that are also tailored for offices and gardens. Hayley makes regular visits to client businesses and homes to help dress the space in line with the customer’s vision – a service she is keen to push to her clientele. She said. “We’re working with many mediums it’s not just wall art but also ‘off the wall art’ that I also find fascinating, from indoor sculpture to bespoke garden art”. In addition, Hayley and her team commission bespoke works while working in partnership with a broad range of sculptors, glass blowers and jewellery designers from across the globe.

Another ‘gem’ residing only a stone’s throw from 1066 is London Row International Fine Art, home to an eclectic mix of art, ladies jewellery and object d’art kitted out across a beautiful shop floor.

Explaining her reasons for opening her second gallery, Hayley said.

“London Row allows me to offer even a wider range of art in all guises at a different price point and is beautifully presented in this double fronted art deco shop.”

She adds that London Row has also received five star reviews and comments on Trip Advisor as well as various other travel websites.

All of Hayley’s hard work has paid off after Gallery 1066 was voted ‘Best Art Gallery in Hertfordshire’ by Muddy Stilettos Awards earlier this year. The accolade has attracted much attention from investors, media artists and collectors nationally and overseas. Of course, this might not have been possible without her dedicated team who go above and beyond customer expectations to ensure clients visits are an enjoyable and memorable one.

The gallery owner has a busy schedule ahead before the final months of 2017 draw to a close.

The first call to action is organising the Gallery 1066 red carpet events for next year and finding suitable artists to headline them. So far, Canadian artist Danielle O'Connor Akiyama could be on the cards and like previous solo shows, attendees can expect glitz, glamour and prestige as Hayley and her team work effortlessly dressing Gallery 1066 with the artist’s work and putting on a VIP night for her guests to remember. Another date in the designer’s diary is preparing to exhibit at Cambridge Art Fair later on this year with up-andcoming artists in the gallery’s portfolio.

A Third Branch Although a third branch is not on the agenda, Hayley is adamant to keep the central focus on her two businesses. “We have two beautiful galleries and many clients from London and the home counties.

People like to visit this old coaching town which is only around 35 minutes from London and enjoy a personal experience. Now with the internet the world is a small place, we have clients in America, Australia and Europe, so I don’t think opening another gallery is necessary.

However I’d love to open a gallery in the South of France and spend my time between the two, that would be quite nice”, she laughed.

For all art lovers, there are plenty of masterpieces to cast ones eye on by visiting (www.gallery1066fineart. com and www.londonrowfineart. com). The links contain access to designs from over 80 international artists who are collaborating with the gallery.

Hayley provided some words of encouragement “Believe in yourself, be passionate and live your dream.

You have to believe it and want it to make it happen”, she concluded.

“In the art world, artists need to find a style of work that is unique to them, to create an identity that people can recognise, to set them apart from others. We offer as much support and advice as we can to anyone that walks through our doors – a warm welcome, smile and coffee awaits, we look forward to meeting you”.

It is clear from Hayley’s illustrious career that both galleries will continue going from strengthto-strength as the years press on. Her commitment, drive and determination demonstrates that anything is possible when you put your mind to it. For those keen to For more, head over to: break into the industry or wishing of www.gallery1066fineart.com and one day owning their own business, www.londonrowfineart.com

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“His pieces look different from every angle” and mutate into beautiful iridescent patterns. The way the glass is shaped means that his pieces look completely different from every angle. The sheer magnitude of these works has earned him the recognition of creating the world’s largest sculpture formed from just one piece of glass. His sculpture ‘Endless’ is a twisting ultramarine ring, which is reminiscent of the endless cycle of nature.

Another artist exhibited at the Bohemian Crystal exhibition is Jaroslav Prošek. His creation of complex structures from a variety of different materials has put him to the forefront of his field. He first discovered the craft as his passion in the workshops of Jan Frydrych and Vlastimil Beránek, where he first had contact with the medium. It was here, immediately after he graduated from secondary school, that he started his first job crafting crystal chandeliers.

In 2010 at the age of 30, he

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started an independent career as an artist. Not confined to just glass, he also creates using wood, steel, and marble. This marriage of such differing textures means his sculptures are truly unique which has earned him the global recognition he has today.

The third artist to feature in the exhibition is Michaela Smrček.

Born in 1985, Michaela studied glass technology because she was enraptured by it’s beauty, malleability, brilliance and colour.

Michaela Smrček’s glass sculptures are inspired by nature and are unique works created by melting glass into moulds. Her more recent sculptures have reflect her relationship and opinions within society: her life, her relationships, her attitudes, and her religion.

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Monks Mill Barn is a luxury 5* self-catering accommodation located in its own secluded valley just off the Cotswold Way in Wortley. This beautiful newly converted barn sleeps up to 4 guests and is perfectly located for exploring the surrounding areas. Monks Mill Barn is only 30 minutes away from the wonderful Georgian city of Bath, 20 minutes away from the market town of Tetbury and 15 minutes from Badminton House. With so many fabulous landmarks to visit and miles of the Cotswold way on your door step, you´ll never be short of things to do.

Or you can simply relax and enjoy your country cottage hideaway.

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Sir William Bentley Billiards’ Shadow Pool table is one of their latest, most stunning creations. The modernist, monolithic design features a contrasting geometry of triangles and squares, enhanced by the bi-metallic contrast of steel and bronze. Find out more at www.billiards.co.uk

HOUSE OF ELRICK gin is a premium and hand crafted liquid.

Light, yet incredibly aromatic, it is perfect with tonic or as part of a cocktail. Distilled with Scottish heather, rose and pink peppercorns, it is the only spirit made with the freshest water from Loch Ness. Available at Selfridges and Jeroboams of London. www.houseofelrick.co.uk

Suits you sir! For a Christmas present that truly suits your man, Let him unwrap a sophisticated Hermes Tie. uk.hermes.com

Buckles and belts will make his heart melt! Handcrafted for any occasion the British Belt Company has an amazing range of products for that special someone. www.thebritishbeltcompany.co.uk

Empire Vodka: great smoothness, elegant, delicate and refined, handcrafted whit 100% Polish Gold Ryegreat. Vodka Made in Poland. vodkaempire.com

Shoes for thought…

They say you can tell a man’s worth by his shoes, so show your mister what he’s worth with a pair of Gilbert and Bailey’s. www. gilbertandbailey.com

Going back to basics means going straight to the very essence.

By taking as its focus the visual and emotional possibilities of time flowing as a fluid, HYT allowed watchmaking to enter the new millennium, whilst continuing to root its creative process in the very origins of time measurement. Please visit our website at www.hytwatches.com to find out more about HYT Watches and their H0 collection

The Isa-Beau Bow Tie is a special in heart and soul! Spring, summer, sun, beach, party or just to feel good. Special ‘Isa-beau’ € 64.95, www.JoesBowties.com Instagram: @Joesbowties

The ‘Taylor’ brand epitomises classic British style with understated elegance, reliability and quality. Taylor of Old Bond Street remains a family business. 74 Jermyn Street, St James’s, London, SW1Y 6NP www.tayloroldbondst.co.uk

Sweeter the berry….Most ladies can’t resist a good smelling man, to put a pep in his step, refresh his sensory offerings with a unique blend from Creed. www. creedfragrances.co.uk

for her Liz Tyler delights in creating beautiful jewellery, always with a sense of movement in the flow of the design. She specialises in individual engagement and wedding ring sets and bold colourful dress rings and dramatic necklaces.

Liz is appearing at several exhibitions in the run up to Christmas, do visit www.liztyler.com for details or contact Liz on 01258 820222

If love had an aroma, Coco Mademoiselle would be the irresistible fragrance.

Make sure you get her just what she wants this Christmas with the world’s most sophisticated scent. www.chanel.com We can’t make time go backwards. We can’t stop or change it but until time travel becomes popular we will have to wait a bit.

REVERSO is a supreme face and body oil based on 100% organic coldpressed argan oil and apricot kernel oil, enriched with rose geranium essential oil, juniper berry essential oil and lavender essential oil. https://emc.style/

Watch what you ask for!

Every woman loves a good wrist watch and what better than Du Maurier’s special edition Daphne watch to delight and inspire?

Show her how much you care. www.dumaurierwatches.com

Every lady loves her heels and what better way to say I love you than with a pair of fab Manola Blahnik’s?

Visit www. manoloblahnik.com for further information.

Earn the ultimate brownie points by capturing your love story within her very own personalised magazine.

A fabulous birthday or Christmas gift, use your childhood, dating and wedding pictures to create her very own life story magazine, delivered to her door within a beautiful presentation box. Contact the team at www.itsmymagazine.com or call 020 3086 8982

Every Woman loves a glass of Dom Perignon! Why not treat the special woman in your life to a bottle of Vintage Rose 2004 and make her Christmas anything but typical www.domperignon.com

Diamonds are still a girl’s best friend.

As it’s a festively romantic period it is the perfect opportunity to surprise her with a truly romantic proposal.

We think Bentley and Skinner will earn you that well deserved Yes! www.bentley-skinner.co.uk

From NYC designer Uri Minkoff, the Stanton backpack is the perfect town or travel companion.

Made from supple nappa leather, and with welded zips at the pouch, a spacious front pocket and top flap. Find this and much more online at https://www. padlifestyle.com

Every year The London Cabaret Club aims to surpass its previous fabulous seasonal productions. The hugely successful 2015 show ‘To London with Love – A 1920’s Christmas’, delivered an evening of stimulating entertainment and extravagant dining. Why wait?

Book your tickets today at www. thelondoncabaretclub.com/book/

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Housing an exciting portfolio of acclaimed artists and an eclectic range of paintings, sculpture and original glassware. Please visit us and our sister gallery ‘Gallery 1066’ in this historic coaching town of Baldock, or call to arrange a personal consultation.

‘A Good Catch at Angel’ Exhibiting from 28th September - 2nd March 2018 at LA TRATTORIA at the Pelham Hotel, 15 Cromwell Place, London, SW7 2LA

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