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Jane is a healing therapist, ceramic artist and teacher. Working with her hands has always been an important means of self-expression. She sees healing and the creative arts as complementary expressions of a similar impulse arising from the urge to restore wholeness and the quest for self-knowledgeAfter teaching Ceramics at Secondary School level for many years, she now works in Foot Therapy, Reiki and Massage. She also has a ceramics studio, called Unearthed Ceramics where she teaches adult and children classes and produces her own work, which she sells through various galleries and exhibitions.
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ABOUT JANE
GETTING TO KNOW JANE
Jane was born in Nairobi, Kenya, but she grew up in Johannesburg and attended Hyde Park High. She began a Fine Arts Degree at Wits University which she completed through UNISA. After spending 4 years near Wilderness in the Southern Cape, she came to Grahamstown, where she obtained a teaching diploma in Art and English at Rhodes University. The following year, 1988, she got a teaching job at Carinus Art Centre where she first taught Textile Design for three years. After a year overseas, she returned and taught Ceramics for the next 14 years. During this time she had her two children, now teenagers.Towards the end of the 90s, she felt the need for a change. She wanted to do something that was more spiritually rewarding and felt drawn to some sort of healing work, using her hands. For Jane, massaging her grandmother's feet as a little girl was probably the earliest manifestation of her desire to heal and give comfort. Reflexology seemed the perfect choice and in 1998-9 she did a correspondence course with the International School of Reflexology and Meridian Therapy, Rivonia. She also became interested in Astrology and in 2006, a year after resigning from teaching, obtained a diploma, through the Centre for Alternative Studies, Johannesburg, with Colleen-Joy Page.Subsequently, she did a Reiki course (Three Levels), in 2008 and later, a Crystal Healing course with Pam Scott who runs the School of Holistic Health and Healing for Integrated Body Sciences in Port Elizabeth. In 2006 she set up a Reflexology practice at home, which later expanded to include Reiki and Swedish Massage. In addition, she teaches Ceramic classes in the afternoon and evening to adults and children and, together with a partner, runs the Grahamstown School of Yoga, which has classes twice weekly. She now practises Foot Therapy, which is a gentle form of massage and touch including a healing foot spa. She is currently studying Vedic Astrology (the Indian system) with Richard Fiddler, an Astrologer with over 20 years experience. Astrology is very important to her and she hopes to make it a significant part of her healing practise, as she becomes more experienced.QualificationsB.A.F.A (Hons.) WITS, UNISA Completed 1982 Majors : Painting, Art HistoryAdditional major in English III, UNISA, 1985Higher Diploma in Education, RHODES, 1987Swedish Massage Course (early 1990s) with Nola Davidson.Yoga Teachers Course 1993First Aid Level 1 in 1999 , repeated in 2004, Level 3 in 2000 Diploma in Reflexology with the International School of Reflexology and Meridian Therapy, Johannesburg, 1999, Inge Dougan.Private computer lessons, 2004, Ingrid Ford.Diploma in Astrology , Academy of Metaphysics in Johannesburg, 2006, Colleen-Joy Page.Reiki Therapy (Levels 1 to 3) and Crystal Healing, School of Holistic Health and Healing for Integrated Body Sciences, 2008, Pat Scott.Vertical Reflex Therapy, 2 day course, Lynne Booth, 2003Language of the Feet, 1 day course, Chris Stormer-Fryer, 2010
SERVICES
creating
teaching
healing
PORTFOLIO
CERAMICS PORTFOLIO
Jane on Opening Night (2011)
25cm (2011)
38cm (2011)
29cm; 43cm (2011)
41cm (2011)
41cm (2011)
38cm (2011)
38cm (2011)
36cm (2011)
36cm (2011)
37cm (2011)
54cm (2011)
22m (2011)
43cm (2011)
51cm (2011)
32cm (2011)
32cm (2011)
29cm (2011)
25cm (2011)
29cm (2011)
25cm (2011)
40cm; 40cm (2011)
48cm (2011)
45cm (2011)
48;48;45;45cm (2011)
48cm (2011)
48;48;45cm (2011)
54cm (2010)
50cm; 46cm (2010)
53cm (2010)
33cm; 33cm (2010)
54cm (2010)
52cm; 40cm (2010)
40cm; 40cm (2010)
60cm (2010)
50cm; 30cm; 30cm wide (2010)
54cm (2010)
45cm (2009)
54cm (2008)
48cm; 45cm (2008)
52cm; 48cm (2008)
52m (2008)
46cm (2008)
52cm; 56cm (2008)
36cm; 56cm (pre-2007)
40; 25; 60; 30cm (pre-2007)
32cm (pre-2007)
30cm; 52cm (pre-2007)
30cm; 36cm (2004)
Jane's work is hand-built, using coils or flat slabs. She works with 3 different coloured clays - red, white and black earthenware in marbled areas, contrasting stripes or smaller geometric shapes.Her earlier work was inspired by full-bodied African forms and geometric design. More recent forms are tall, flaring vessels, some of which are sculptural and organic, drawing on rock formations, indigenous African architecture (Mali architecture, for instance) and the female figure. Other creations are more geometric and symmetrical.Making satisfying forms is important to Jane but just as important is creating a lively surface texture with spontaneous drawing, using all kinds of tools to create marks and textures. Similarly she uses different coloured clays as ‘'paint’'. Jane loves the earthy tones of clay and prefers to leave the surface unglazed, so as to preserve the integrity of the clay. Ideally she wants to create the surface of ancient unearthed forms, weathered and marked by time and the elements.Many of these works have been sold, either through exhibitions, or galleries and outlets such as The Square gallery in Port Alfred (now closed) and The Corner in Bathhurst. Enquiries concerning purchases may be made directly to Jane. Sizes in height are approximate. EXHIBITION DATES
Exhibitions
EXHIBITIONS
PORTFOLIO
BACK TO
When Jane's son Mo was born in 1995 she started working more seriously towards an exhibition of her ceramics. Since then she has exhibited with APSA, Eastern Cape (Association of Potters , S.A) at their annual show in Port Elizabeth. This organization is now called Ceramics Southern Africa. Jane has also had numerous solo exhibitions at the National Arts Festival, in Grahamstown.Most Recent Exhibition! Jane ceramics were on view at the David Khoury Gallery in Bedford, at the Bedford Garden Festival, 28-30 October. The same works were exhibited along with Hilde Kreztmann, Gill Maylam, Julia Skeen and Anne Collins' pieces during October at The Eastern Star Gallery, on Anglo-African Street in Grahamstown. 2011 : May : Ceramics Southern Africa, Eastern Cape, Regional Exhibition, artEC Gallery.June: Arts Journey Ceramics Exhibition, Athenaeum, P.E.2010 : Conversations in Clay, National Arts Festival, Grahamstown.2004 : Solo exhibition, National Arts Festival, Grahamstown.1999 : March: 2- woman exhibition, Cuyler St Gallery, PEJune: Renaissance Exhibition, Cape TownJuly: People and Pots, National Arts Festival, Grahamstown September: APSA, King George Gallery, PE1994 - 1998 : Annual Group exhibitions with APSA Eastern Cape, King George Gallery, PE
TESTIMONIALS
TESTIMONIALS
HEALING "As a masseuse, foot therapist and specialist in Reiki, Jane brings a calming, soothing energy that balances and heals the spirit. The medium is her hands, but they draw on an energy deep inside Jane that, no matter what is going on in her life, transmits something powerful to those lucky enough to be under her hands." - Anna, Grahamstown. "Foot treatments have helped me in many different ways, I wouldn't miss my monthly appointment for anything." - Rosie, Kenton. "Jane's massage significantly helps to releve tension in my neck and shoulders which permanently have 'rocks' in them. I use pain tablets far less often. It's something I budget for for: an investment for my health." - Annelize, Grahamstown. "Jane James is a multi-skilled therapist with a gentle touch and sincere nature. These attributes, combined with her ambition to understand each individual's problems and needs, enable her to provide a truly holistic treatment." - Clare, Grahamstown. "Reiki has opened up worlds to me that have gently healed and nurtured my life back into balance. With the help of Jane's expertise, her wonderful, caring nature and healing hands, this truly gentle modality has proved to be extremely effective forms of enrichment and inspiration and ultimately, a way of life." - Elaine, Grahamstown. CERAMICS "I love pottery because I like creating the objects and am so excited when they come out of the kiln. I love seeing the colourful glazes in the end." - Gareth, 6, Grahamstown."From a mother's perspective I see my son just loving the exploration of this medium. He has discovered a creative side which he is able to express himself in. Gareth has a fine motor delay and struggles to put pen to paper... we are both totally in awe of what he has produced in his pottery classes this year. Thank you Jane for a happy place in which Gareth loses himself without any pressure!" - Lea, Grahamstown.
EVENTS AND SPECIALS
SPECIALS
EVENTS
Most Recent Exhibition! In October, Jane exhibited with other Grahamstown artists at The Eastern Star Gallery, on Anglo-African Street in Grahamstown. The same work was exhibited at the Art Gallery in Bedford during the Garden Festival, 28-30 Oct.'Creative Play' Classes for Adults This is a pilot course for anyone who wants to do something creative. We will play with all kinds of materials (including those that are unconventional) in ways that are adventurous and not necessarily traditional. Pastels, pencils,. kokis, paint. string, clay, ink, fabric. For example, string is used for tying knots but dipped in ink, it can be used as a drawing or painting tool. The important thing is to let things happen: to allow the materials to take you in unexpected directions. Who knows what you'll end up with or where you'll end up?There will be 1 session per week, for one and a half hours. Time and day still to be decided. (Please state whether you prefer morning, evening or afternoon as well as preferred days of the week.)Cost: R420 per monthCHILDREN'S HOLIDAY POTTERY COURSE:Starting Monday 12 December - Friday 16 December 2011. This is a short 5-day pottery course run during the school holidays. It introduces the basic pottery techniques of hand building - such as pinch pots, working with coils and slabs of clay as well as sculptural forms. Decorating techniques such as adding on shapes, painting, engraving etc will also be covered. We will make bowls, picture frames, animal, figures. etc. Above all, playing with clay, having fun and stimulating the imagination will be the main purpose.Sessions will run for an hour in the afternoon, usually 3.30-4.30. The cost is R490 and includes tuition, clay, decorative materials, glaze and 2 firings.
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LINKS
LINKS
Jane has recently been featured in Grocott's Mail.Jane's pottery is currently on view at The Corner in Bathhurst!Become a fan of Jane on Facebook! Jane is also a member of Ceramics SA Eastern Cape's Facebook Group.Jane's work was shown at the Arts Journey Ceramic Exhibition, at the Athenaeum building in Port Elizabeth, as part of the National Arts Festival's Fringe program.In June last year, Grocott's Mail and TravelBaviaans did a story on Jane's artwork. In September 2010, Grocott's Mail did a feature story on Jane, entitled "Healing the Heart Through the Sole."
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RATES
MASSAGE
FOOT THERAPY
REIKI
Standard Treatments:Back and Shoulders: R140Back, Neck, Head and Shoulders: R160Full Body: R250 (with Reiki) R280TESTIMONIALS
Standard Treatments:Full Treatment: R250• Swedish Back Massage with Foot Therapy... R250• Swedish Back Massage with Reiki... R250• Foot Therapy with Reiki... R250• Foot Therapy with Back Massage and Reiki... R250
Standard Treatments:1st Consultation: R200Follow-up Treatments: R180
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CONTACT
CONTACTING JANE
Tel: 046 622 7842 084 251 4116 Email: jane.james50_gmail.com Address: 12 Frances Street Grahamstown Eastern Cape South Africa 6139Trouble using the site? Contact the webmaster: candotti.alessandro_gmail.com
Healing Text
FOOT THERAPY
REIKI
MASSAGE
Swedish massage is a deep, soothing massage, which helps to loosen up the tight knots that cause discomfit and pain. It relieves tension, relaxes muscular aches, soothes headaches, improves sleep, and brings deep relaxation to the whole body as well as a general feeling of well-being.TESTIMONIALS
Reiki is a Japanese word, made up of two words: rei meaning universal and ki meaning life force. It is a healing technique in which the therapist facilitates the clients access to this universal healing energy. Reiki restores balance to the chakras, removing blockages caused by emotional stress. It is a de-toxifying process which stimulates the bodys natural healing abilityLike Reflexology, Reiki is a holistic therapy which rebalances the physical body, clears the mind, calms the emotions and also connects one to one's spirituality.A Reiki treatment may last an hour or more. The client lies fully dressed while the therapist places her hands on or just above each chakra. Each chakra corresponds to a particular gland and various organs. Energy is channelled into the chakras through the therapists hands. The client may feel tingling or warmth as this energy is processed. Emotional or physical shifts also occur, such as gurgling in the stomach, slight headaches, sadness etc. After a session, the client may feel relaxed or tired and emotional as the energy is processed, but within a day or two, there is increased energy, feeling of well- being, optimism or of being able to cope more effectively.
This treatment restores a sense of well-being and relaxation. Foot Therapy can:•reduce stress and induce deep relaxation•revitalize energy•restore emotional well-being•alleviate aches and painTouch is a special part of the healing process. It is soothing, enjoyable and above all, relaxing. A typical treatment lasts approx 1 hour. First, the clients feet are soaked in a foot spa. Jane works over the whole foot, applying pressure to various areas using a stroking thumb movement. After a session, the client may feel tired or emotional, but within a day or two there is increased energy or a feeling of well-being.
Teaching
CERAMICS
YOGA
Jane attended a Yoga Teacher's Course in 1993 and has been teaching ever since. The course included aspects of both the Iyenga and Sivananda schools of Yoga ie. rigorous, dynamic postures as well as intervals of rest.SESSIONSMORNINGS Tues & Thurs 8.00 - 9.00 EVENINGS Tues & Thurs 17.30-18.45 RENNIE ROOM ALBANY MUSEUM Cost: R50 - individual sessionR150 - per month for 1 class per weekR200 - per month for 2 classes per weekR280 - per month for 3 or more classes per weekSessions are fine for beginners. They aim to increase strength and flexibility in a gentle way. Attention to breathing enables one to relax and become calm and centered. Give yourself an hour and leave feeling a different person!
Jane teaches weekly ceramic classes to children and adults. She also assists at the Catylyst Art School, held at Kingswood Junior school every afternoon. This school caters for children from Gr1 to Gr7. Children use all kinds of media and are taught a wide variety of techniques. From 2012 , she is taking over the running of this art school. Jane teaches the art component of the Arts and Culture course to Rhodes PGCSE students and is hoping to start a weekly evening class for adults called Creative Play for anyone who wants to experiment with a wide range of materials and techniques in order to find their particular artistic niche.Pottery for Children (from 5 yrs)Playing with clay is a wonderful tactile experience which stimulates the children's creativity and imagination; it facilitates fine motor control and co-ordination. Sculptural forms, various hand-building and decorative techniques are explored.Class is held on Tuesday afternoon at 3.30pm. Cost is R250 per month and includes cost of materials and firing. Pottery for AdultsWorking creatively with one's hands is therapeutic, relaxing and fun.Basic hand-building techniques (pinch, coil, slab construction etc) and decorating techniques (paper and wax resist, painting and engraving into clay, working with slips and underglaze, etc) are covered.Class is held on Monday evenings from 7.30 - 9.30pm.Cost is R420 for a 4 week month and includes tuition, firing and glazing materials. (Clay is not included.)
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