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Stephen Cordina

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Gozo-born Stephen Cordina is a qualified perfumer and clinical aromatherapist with a lifelong passion for crafting fragrances from natural ingredients and molecules. Since 2000, he has studied in the UK, Switzerland, and France under master perfumers and cosmetic scientists. In 2020, he became the first Maltese member of the Société Française des Parfumeurs. Renowned locally and internationally, Stephen is celebrated for his innovative perfumes, colognes, and scented products, each meticulously composed to weave together history, ingredients, character, and name into distinctive, evocative, and carefully constructed scents.

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Glen Calleja

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Glen Calleja is a bookbinder, writer, and multidisciplinary artist whose practice explores poetry as process and the book as object. His work often incorporates alternative book structures, found content, and performative elements. He runs Kotba Calleja, an artisanal bindery dedicated to traditional bookmaking techniques, and is co-founder of Studio Solipsis as well as president and co-founder of Fondazzjoni HELA, which advocates for the Maltese literary sector. Calleja has received several awards for his literary and artistic contributions.

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NemNem

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Joe and Alessia Galea are the father–daughter duo behind NemNem Candle, a brand born from creativity during the quiet days of Covid. What began as a small idea has grown into a local name known for its thoughtful blend of tradition, artistry, and sustainability. Each piece is handmade with care, reflecting their artisanal spirit, eco-conscious values, and appreciation for local design. Guided by originality, they create concepts that feel both fresh and timeless, adding warmth and character to any space. Their work has been embraced locally and abroad, celebrated for its authenticity, craftsmanship, and heartfelt family touch.

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Eszter März

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Eszter März is a multidisciplinary artist and designer from Hungary, currently based in Malta. With a background in Textile Design (BA) and Engineering Management (MSc), her work bridges traditional craftsmanship with contemporary concepts. Her work explores the intersection of art, fashion, and everyday life, often drawing on themes from art history, cultural identity, nature, and visual storytelling. Her recent projects reflect a deep curiosity about the connection between her Hungarian roots and her life in Malta, explored through the symbolic lifecycle of the Hummingbird Hawk-Moth – a creature found freely in both countries, embodying themes of migration, transformation, and continuity.

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Gabriella Lukacs

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Gabriella Lukacs is a Malta-based designer and maker celebrated for her dedication to sustainability, craftsmanship, and the preservation of heritage techniques. Her work explores the intersection of fashion, art, and nature, producing one-of-a-kind accessories that combine elegance with thoughtful design. Often created using upcycled materials and traditional methods, Gabriella’s pieces are timeless and poetic, reflecting a deep respect for artisanal heritage while engaging a contemporary audience.

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Jane Birchall

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Jane Birchall is a ceramic and visual artist whose work has been exhibited in the UK and the Maltese islands, with permanent pieces on display at the Arthall Gallery. Her creations are part of private collections across Europe, London, the UAE, and the USA. Working primarily in stoneware using traditional hand-building techniques, Jane draws inspiration from the textures, colours, and forms of the Maltese coast. She incorporates natural tools and motifs from traditional Gozo lace and crochet to create textured, eroded surfaces. Her contemporary acrylics on canvas often serve as dynamic backdrops for her ceramic pieces.

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Josef Camilleri

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Josef Camilleri’s passion for music and guitars led him to establish Cross Guitar Works, where he builds and repairs instruments for local bands. A standout project was redesigning and crafting a Harp Guitar used in traditional Għana performances, also known as Tal-Qrun or Tat-Tromba. Based in Qormi, Josef studied the techniques of renowned guitar maker and Għana musician Indri l-Pupa, learning the intricacies of his distinctive instruments. Committed to innovation, Josef updates traditional guitar-building methods, enhancing materials, playability, and sound quality while preserving the instrument’s cultural heritage.

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Janine Cardona

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Janine Cardona holds a B.Ed (Hons) in French and Maltese and studied Art and Design at Advanced level. Her craft journey began in late primary school with parchment and ganutell, eventually evolving into jewellery making. In October 2020, she founded Janine Jewellery, and in 2021 launched her line ‘Ganutell Ġojjell’, inspired by her first submission to the Premju Ġieħ l-Artiġjanat Malti. Exploring ganutell as wearable art, Janine gained recognition locally and internationally, culminating in first prize in the textiles sub-category at the Premju Ġieħ l-Artiġjanat Malti 2023 for her piece ‘Ganutell: A Twist to Tradition’.

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Lara Parker

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Lara Parker is a multidisciplinary designer, artist, and artisan whose work spans graphic design, painting, crochet, resin, ceramics, weaving, and bobbin lace. Her creations blend tradition and modernity, inspired by nature, global cultures, and Maltese heritage, infusing storytelling and imagination into every piece. A graduate of the University of Kent at Canterbury, she holds a Master of Arts degree, Postgraduate Diploma, and Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Visual Communication. Lara displayed her work at various esteemed exhibitions and galleries. Founder of two advertising agencies, she was nominated for Female Entrepreneur of the Year 2021.

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Marisa Zarb

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Marisa Zarb, a mechanical engineer, turned her unfulfilled artistic passion into Peprin®, a jewellery brand that reconnects her with the creativity of her childhood. Inspired by the small Mediterranean island of Malta, the brand’s name – ‘peprin,’ the Maltese word for poppies – symbolizes resilience, as poppies bloom even in the harshest conditions. Through Peprin®, Marisa channels her femininity, creativity, and perseverance into handcrafted jewellery, crafting pieces that celebrate individuality. Her work reflects a belief that the world thrives when people embrace their unique talents, bloom in adversity, and transform personal expression into tangible, meaningful art.