Portfolio
Like many others, I've navigated several 'restarts' in life: significant shifts, both chosen and imposed. Inspired by these transitions and a background in statistics, my work explores personal and familial narratives. I aim to spark curiosity and encourage dialogue about the ever-evolving nature of the self.
Recently I have been reflecting on our collective stories and societal identity as well as the impacts of individualistic frameworks and concentrated wealth. I am drawn to philosophies rooted in gift economy and matriarchal culture.
I work predominantly in clay, but turn to print, words, film and textiles when appropriate. Through the interplay of form, texture, codes, and personal narrative, my current intention is to create work which not only resonates on a personal level, but also encourages contemplation of the wider social context in which we exist.
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.