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Otis Ingrams
Otis Ingrams is a leather designer who started his brand OTZI Studios in 2013 producing wallets, aprons and utility goods from British sourced leather. Born in London, Otis Ingrams undertook an apprenticeship with Bill Amberg studio after graduating from San Francisco State University. On completing his apprenticeship Otis undertook a number of commissions and collaborations before establishing his practice back in the UK.
Maker's Story
Otis Ingrams is a leather designer who started his brand OTZI Studios in 2013 producing wallets, aprons and utility goods from British sourced leather. Born in London, Otis Ingrams undertook an apprenticeship with Bill Amberg studio after graduating from San Francisco State University. On completing his apprenticeship Otis undertook a number of commissions and collaborations before establishing his practice back in the UK.
THE PROCESS
Otis Ingrams is committed to sourcing, developing and employing British materials, using both traditional and contemporary techniques, to create his products. OTZI Studios select traditional vegetable tanned leather which ages to develop a unique patina over time. Otis has developed a range of items for The New Craftsmen, all with a utilitarian ethos – in both form and function.
Maker's Quote
The intrinsic beauty of leather is something that always impresses me, and today tanneries produce a breathtaking array of finishes and colours for leathers of all kinds. Leather can be very thick and structurally rigid; or buttery soft, thin and pliable.
Leather Worker
