Portfolio
Like many others, I have been through several 'restarts' in life: Major changes either brought about by a considered need to change or thrust onto me by adversity. Now, inspired by these restarts and a background in medical statistics, my work is a personal exploration of family history and genetic. I create work that prompts reflection on the stories we carry within us.
Through the interplay of form, texture, codes and hidden language, I aim to spark curiosity and encourage dialogue about the ever-evolving nature of identity. I work predominantly in clay, but also turn to print, words, and textiles when appropriate.
I teach pottery and sell my work at selected events and by appointment at my studio, Assembly Arts, which I co-founded in 2023.
Body of Work
Long term, ongoing, project exploring emotional memory through self portraits.
In a Pickle, 2023. Terracotta, stoneware, mason stains.
Grandma’s eyes, 2023. Porcelain, mason stains, metal wire.
Painting the corridor, 2023. Terracotta, Porcelain slip.
Mirena, 2022, limited print.
The Teacher
Commissioned Sculptural work inspired by cave paintings and shamanic imagery. Approx 45cm tall. Mask can be moved to encourage further mindfulness and interaction with the piece.
The Teacher, 2024. Stoneware, slip, Lancaster stone. Front profile
The Teacher, 2024. Stoneware, slip, Lancaster stone. Sgraffito and slip detail on mask.
The Teacher, 2024. Stoneware, slip, Lancaster stone. Side profile
The Teacher, 2024. Stoneware, slip, Lancaster stone. Back profile cropped
Hidden Words
Ongoing Creative Development Project exploring word play through poetry, symbology and developed language.
Even Eight, Morse Code, Terracotta, Slip, Driftwood
Poem in progress, 2024, Ink on paper
Counting the skips, 2024, Collagraph and ink on acid free paper.
What subject?(!), 2021, Ink on paper
Birthed by fire
A collection reflecting a period of adaptation and rediscovery. Healing from a hospital stay and faced with the unexpected limitations of 2020, I embraced pit firing, finding freedom in its unpredictable beauty. These pieces embody a surrender to the process, a celebration of the unique marks of fire and smoke.
Forest Seed Pod, 2020, Stoneware, slip, pit fired.
Urchin, 2022, Stoneware, pit fired.
Pebble Vases, 2022, Stoneware & Pit fired.
Vase, 2021,Stoneware, slip, pit fired.
Functional Commissions
Commissioned functional work is also considered. I enjoy creating sets of work for other creatives such as chefs and florists.
12 piece dinnerware set with unglazed exterior, 2021, stoneware
16 piece dinnerware set in purples and pinks, 2022, stoneware
16 piece dinnerware set, in blues and pinks, 2023, stoneware.
16 piece flower bowl collection. I have produced sets of flower bowls for several florists and wedding planners.