From Africa to Your Wrist: The Journey of Exquisite Vintage Beads in Shannon Wild's Handcrafted Bracelets

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Embark on a unique journey with Shannon Wild's exquisite handcrafted jewellery in her new collection OOK24| One-Of-A-Kind. Each piece is a fusion of vintage African beads that tell a story of culture and craftsmanship. From the intricate antique metal beads of Namibia to the vibrant recycled glass beads of Zambia, these bracelets are a true testament to Shannon's decade-long dedication to sourcing the finest materials from across Africa. With each piece being a one-of-a-kind masterpiece, you have the opportunity to embrace individuality and adorn your wrist with a truly special work of art. Discover the beauty and charm of vintage beads with Shannon Wild's creations, where every bracelet is a celebration of heritage and creativity. ย  Unraveling the Charm of...

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African Turquoise: Sustainable Beauty for Conservation

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Explore the captivating world of African Turquoise and its unique qualities in sustainable jewellery practices. Discover the 'Down To Earth' bracelet stack from Wild In Africa, showcasing the beauty of African Turquoise while supporting wildlife conservation.

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EXPLORE WITH SHANNON WILD: ARCTIC

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Welcome to a new addition to our blog for 2021! Happy New Year by the way. Iโ€™m going to take you on an adventure with me to some of the most amazing places on earth. Iโ€™m Shannon Wild, the founder of Wild In Africa and a National Geographic filmmaker and photographer. Today youโ€™re going to journey with me to the Arctic! A region filled with top tier predators, adorable fluffy foxes and even tusked marine mammals. Now Iโ€™m the first to admit that Iโ€™ve never been a fan of cold weather. Growing up in north-eastern Australia meant scorching summers and mild winters. Now based in South Africa, the climate where I live is essentially the same. So when the opportunity...

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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC FILMMAKER

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Iโ€™m often asked what itโ€™s like to be a National Geographic cinematographer, what a typical day looks like. The reality is, there is no typical day and itโ€™s one of the many reasons I love this line of work! So, in anticipation of Women's Equality Day on Wednesday 26th August Iโ€™ve decided to share a day from one of my National Geographic documentaries โ€˜The Real Black Pantherโ€™, which involved over 18 months of fieldwork in a remote region of South-West India tracking and filming a rare melanistic leopard. My alarm wakes me at 5am and I groggily get up, still half asleep to make some coffee in the hopes of waking me all the way up.ย  My camera batteries have...

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