In this @FifthWrist Independent Thinking Podcast episode, Roman (@TimesRomanAU)
speaks with Alison Moriarty (@a.moriarty_horology), an indepedent watchmaker and enameller from Ireland.
Alison shares her unique journey from engineering studies in high school to training at the Irish-Swiss Institute of Horology and WOSTEP in Switzerland.
She discusses the challenges and triumphs of being a woman in a male-dominated field and the meticulous process of creating custom enamel dials, involving hand-layering and firing enamel.
She reveals the emotional and technical aspects of her craft, the importance of precision, and her dedication to maintaining high-quality standards.
This episode offers a deep dive into Alison's passion for the craft of enamel, horology and bespoke timepieces. Hope you enjoy it.
Make sure you follow Alison and check out her work on Instagram: @a.moriarty_horology and @moriartywatchesireland
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