Meet The Maker
African Queen Studio
The African Queen Studio specialises in creating unique high quality handmade chandeliers, jacaranda pod framed mirrors, and other décor items using natural material, which are embellished with beads, crystals and other interesting pieces.
About African Queen
African Queen Studio, located in McGregor, South Africa, specializes in crafting unique, high-quality chandeliers and décor items using natural materials.A hallmark of their collection is the jacaranda pod chandelier, inspired by the seedpods that fall from jacaranda trees lining the streets of nearby Robertson.These seedpods are collected by local residents, then cleaned and processed in the studio before being strung into distinctive chandeliers adorned with beads, crystals, and other embellishments.
"My mission was to create an employment environment where I could use my creative talents, and work together with women from our local previously disadvantaged community."
Lorraine Piers, African Queen Studio
This labor-intensive process not only results in exquisite lighting pieces but also creates employment opportunities within the local community.The production methods are environmentally friendly, requiring minimal skills training and no electricity or machinery, resulting in a negligible carbon footprint.
Featured collection
Jacaranda Pod Lighting
