Welcome to THE HOUSE
Every House is defined by the people who shape it. Here is where you'll meet the founders, makers, creators and visionaries behind House of Serpents.
ALEXE WOODS - FOUNDER & CREATIVE DIRECTOR
VALENTINA CANDIANI - CREATIVE DIRECTOR & PRODUCER
ALEXE WOODS - FOUNDER & CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Alexe Woods is the Founder & Creative Director of House of Serpents and the creator of the Universal Movement Method™. Known as a creative visionary, producer and entrepreneur with more than 25 years of experience, she designs immersive worlds where artistry, embodiment, & transformation come together.
Throughout her career, Alexe has produced large-scale events, immersive experiences and creative productions internationally, working alongside world-renowned brands including Harrods, Adidas & Rolex. A recognised pioneer in the pole and sensual movement industry, she is also the ex co-founder London Dance Academy, which she built from the ground up and led for over fifteen years, alongside a successful career as an international event producer, performer and stage production manager.
Today, Alexe brings creative direction, to House of Serpents, she curates luxury aesthetics, immersive productions, creative education and experiences, while through Universal Movement she has developed a modern methodology for living that integrates Body Astrology, seasonal living, movement and mythology.
Her vision is simple: to create extraordinary experiences that awaken imagination, celebrate exceptional craftsmanship and inspire people to become all they are capable of being.
STELLINA SERPENTINE - DIRECTOR
VALENTINA CANDIANI - CREATIVE DIRECTOR & PRODUCER
ALEXE WOODS - FOUNDER & CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Stellina is more than just a captivating performer with 3 decades of experience & owner of the House of Serpents Shop 🐍 and business adviser for artists ✨ She also works as a designer and maker, specialising in traditional and fantasy armour, made using historically accurate methods incorporating modern design and technologies in keeping with the historical aesthetic. From full bespoke suits, to ready to wear pieces, from modular collections, accessories and even homewares and dessert scented candles.
Offering advice for independent artists navigating the behind-the-scenes world of performance and art, with clarity and confidence. With a deep understanding of the risks and realities of live performance, offering practical, empowering workshops.
As hands-on creative, she also teaches leatherwork skills, including “How to Make a Belt” and “How to Make a Messenger Bag,” empowering artists to craft their own pieces with style and durability.
Supporting artists not just in performance, but in professionalism and sustainability.
VALENTINA CANDIANI - CREATIVE DIRECTOR & PRODUCER
VALENTINA CANDIANI - CREATIVE DIRECTOR & PRODUCER
VALENTINA CANDIANI - CREATIVE DIRECTOR & PRODUCER
Valentina Candiani is Creative Director of House of Serpents Productions, where she transforms imagination into immersive worlds through performance, design and creative production.
With an international background in dance, circus arts and physical theatre, Valentina trained with the prestigious Moscow State Circus as an aerialist, contortionist, acrobatic dancer and hand balancer. Her career has taken her across the world, performing with acclaimed acrobatic companies and physical theatre productions while developing a distinctive creative style that blends theatrical storytelling with exceptional craftsmanship.
As the founder of Aerialand, one of London's leading aerial and performing arts academies, Valentina has spent years nurturing emerging talent while producing cabaret productions, musicals, luxury celebrations and immersive themed experiences. Her work as a Creative Director spans performance, costume and set design, artist styling and large-scale productions across theatre, film and television.
Driven by a passion for artistry and innovation, Valentina has an extraordinary ability to recognise creative potential, cultivate exceptional talent and transform ambitious ideas into unforgettable experiences. Whether designing an intimate celebration or directing a large-scale immersive production, she believes every detail should evoke emotion, ignite imagination and leave a lasting impression.
THERAPIERST
AESTHETICS
Universal Movement
AESTHETICS
Hi, my name is Francesca
I’m a fully qualified licensed and insured tattooist, piercer, aesthetician and spmu artist. I have been tattooing for 26 years, piercing for 40 years and doing aesthetics and spmu for 5 years.
I’m currently qualified to level 6 in aesthetics with level 7 ongoing which is highly advanced. Please feel free to arrange either an in person consultation or I can also do a video consult. Either way I hope to see you soon.
THERAPY
Universal Movement
AESTHETICS
Is an integrated therapist specialising in Psychodynamic, mentalisation and transferential modalities utilising socratic questioning for reflection.
Using this approach would focus on how your past relationships shape what you feel and assume in the present—including towards the therapist—helping you understand both your own mind and other people’s more clearly.
Areas of most frequent work depression, anxiety, relationships, trauma, domestic abuse, PTSD, lgbtqia+, sex positive and kink affirming work. Supporting alternative lifestyles and relationship styles (polyamorous and enm etc.) as well as traditional relationship structures.
Registered with BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF COUNSELLORS AND PSYCHOTHERAPISTS
Universal Movement
Universal Movement
Universal Movement
Hi I'm Alexe creator of Universal Movement Method™ a different way of living through the wisdom of the body, the seasons and the stars. Combining Body Astrology™, movement, Yoga Nidra, seasonal living and lunar wisdom to help you reconnect with your natural rhythm and live with greater harmony, purpose and presence.
Inside House of Serpents you can experience:
✨ The Constellation of You™ — Personal astrology and body astrology readings.
🌙 Lunara Moon Circles — New Moon, Full Moon rituals.
🪐 Seasonal Living Activations
🌑 Deep Rest Dark moon rituals
⚡️Routine Dynamics - Sensual embodied movement
🥀 Retreats & Immersive Experiences
Tarot
The Nail Coven
Universal Movement
Cate is a High Priestess, Spiritual Coach, Feminine Alchemist, and Intuitive Tarot reader devoted to helping women reconnect with their soul and embody their divinity. Through Sacred Circle, Tarot, and ritual, she holds spaces of transformation where women feel deeply seen, supported, and guided by spirit. Cate’s work is rooted in love, authenticity, and the magick of the feminine.
The Nail Coven
The Nail Coven
The Nail Coven
More is a resident nail artist at House of Serpents, specialising in BIAB and Nail Art.
I got into nails as a way to express myself refusing to be conventional, composed,
"settled,
" when that's what everyone around me kept asking for. Turns out I was pretty damn good at it.
I mainly work in BIAB, which helps grow out your natural nails without the stress of acrylic extensions, not because it's better, just my preference.
My mission here is to build a community for the whimsies and the misfits — the ones who've always felt a bit out of place — so they can express themselves and connect with other
creatives.