Artist's statement /CV
I became fascinated by glass in the final year of my Degree. Frustrated that I’d only discovered my interest towards the end of my study, yet driven by intrigue, I purchased a small potters kiln and set about teaching myself the method of fused glass. The following years presented me with a series of futile disasters, wonderful discoveries and thankfully, some welcome rewards.
My technique and style continues to evolve. Recent work is inspired by nature and it's atmospheric surroundings, I aim to emulate those sensory perceptions and auras within my designs.
The ethereal qualities of glass allow the layering of image, creating depth and texture. Using clear float glass, and semi precious metals enable an organic flow during the firing process (this being an important element to my design.) I consider my kiln, which generates it’s own atmosphere when firing, (oxidizing, reducing and fusing) to have the ultimate say on the finished piece.
Background and Exhibitions
Norfolk Broads Arts Exhibition 2001 - to date
Suffolk Craft Society Christmas and summer Exhibitions, 2001 - to date
‘Craft in focus’ Sevenoaks, Kent 2006
Last Gallery, Zurich, Switzerland 2002 - 2007
Blackthorpe Barn Christmas fair 2001 - 2008
‘Book arts in Britain,’ Poznan, Poland 1998
‘The weak go to the wall’ visual arts installation, St. Mary’s Quay Church, Ipswich 1997.
Suffolk Craft Society Student award 1997
Tom Taylor award 1997
1st BA Hons. Art and Design UEA, Visual Arts and Applied Arts, 1994-1997
Knitwear Designer/Maker 1983-1987
Textile and Knitwear Design Leicester Polytechnic 1981-1983
My technique and style continues to evolve. Recent work is inspired by nature and it's atmospheric surroundings, I aim to emulate those sensory perceptions and auras within my designs.
The ethereal qualities of glass allow the layering of image, creating depth and texture. Using clear float glass, and semi precious metals enable an organic flow during the firing process (this being an important element to my design.) I consider my kiln, which generates it’s own atmosphere when firing, (oxidizing, reducing and fusing) to have the ultimate say on the finished piece.
Background and Exhibitions
Norfolk Broads Arts Exhibition 2001 - to date
Suffolk Craft Society Christmas and summer Exhibitions, 2001 - to date
‘Craft in focus’ Sevenoaks, Kent 2006
Last Gallery, Zurich, Switzerland 2002 - 2007
Blackthorpe Barn Christmas fair 2001 - 2008
‘Book arts in Britain,’ Poznan, Poland 1998
‘The weak go to the wall’ visual arts installation, St. Mary’s Quay Church, Ipswich 1997.
Suffolk Craft Society Student award 1997
Tom Taylor award 1997
1st BA Hons. Art and Design UEA, Visual Arts and Applied Arts, 1994-1997
Knitwear Designer/Maker 1983-1987
Textile and Knitwear Design Leicester Polytechnic 1981-1983
