I have no clear understanding where I stop and my children begin, this is mirrored Through object in that I am the house, the kitchen, the bath, the dogs, the bitty Lego carpet and my un made bed.
My final year of study at The Bristol School of Art!
Initially ideas and planning this show came from books and from a box of local history that I keep in the attic. Having left my hometown of Newbiggin-by-the-sea back in 2007 my approach is to an extent looking back. Memories […]
Every modern-day artist now needs a wide array of skills beyond the traditionally recognised skills
An understanding of Omnology
The small paintings are a new collection in the study of “The Way We Are” that has examined the creation of painting and the human state. They are a kaleidoscope of colour and movement. The funny characters, rich backgrounds and […]
Compass Live Art Artist Development Blog logging daily learning, thoughts and exchanges
This blog has been retired…
Sevenoaks Visual Arts Forum (SVAF) have submitted a successful bid to run the Sevenoaks Kaleidoscope Gallery as an artist-led space. This blog will chart the progress of its first year.
I’m reopening my darkroom in Herne Bay, KENT!
Documenting my practice as an artist, while also juggling a full time job and my personal life. Account Executive by day, Artist by night.
Research into the power of play and how I can bring this into my practise
Public Art throughout the Royal Borough of Kensington + Chelsea. Free and open to all.
comments and images relating to my artistic practice
The moment the work happens. The circumstance of inspiration. As told by an invited series of artists. This blog document the multiple dialogues which contributed to the planning and implementation of this project and the journey towards bringing the exhibition to life.
Delighted to be taking part in BEAT – Borough of Ealing Art Trail’s – first online silent art auction from 5-13 Sept. My lots will be two drawn portraits of Ingrid Bergman & Robert Hokum, founder Ealing Blues Festival. Browse & bid: https://jumblebee.co.uk/BEAT2020onlineauction
How Covid and Lockdown has affected my Art
Getting something good out of something bad & helping teach kids to read along the way!
working with an online community i orchestrated an interactive documentary (idoc) about walking through the pandemic.
the project has been gratefully supported by a grant from arts council england emergency response fund
digital research made possible by a grant from the arts council’s covid-19 emergency fund for individuals.
Approaching perfumery from a fine art context, this blog describes how scent is a viable means of communication.
I started this visual diary at the end of February, as part of the creative process for a new Solo performance piece. The aim of this visual diary was to reflect on that short but intense period and to share some aspects of the process as it has flourished.
Virtual Art Residency with Louisa Chambers, Victoria Lucas, Danica Maier, Olivia Penrose Punnett, Lucy Renton, Sue Withers
In the middle of a pandemic, amidst the pain and anger that erupted as a result of the George Floyd murder, it is hard to make art that captures this point in time. Yet, The symbolism of the Four Horsemen seems perfectly suited to these imperfect times.
News, updates and the written ramblings of a cat-fluff covered visual artist with a penchant for cheesecake.
Opinions and experiences, discussing and documenting practice in the visual arts.
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