Eight years after graduating from university, two friends from Co Antrim have spoken of their delight at setting up their own jewellery business and receiving recognition from prestigious organisations.
Martin Cameron and Laura Breen, based in Randalstown, studied Jewellery and Silversmithing at the University of Ulster in Belfast and graduated together in 2014.
After graduating, Martin began to work for another jewellers, while Laura spent a few years travelling. On her return, she realised she wanted to set up her own jewellery business.