About Me
I have always enjoyed being creative so, when an accident meant I was unable to continue with my job at the time, I decided to go back to doing what I loved. A part time course in Art and Design led, unexpectedly, to a 3 year degree in Contemporary Decorative Crafts at the University of Lincoln. This involved some very late hours, juggling course work as a mature student with 2 young children, but I really enjoyed the creative process.
I was delighted to graduate with a BA 1st Class Honors specialising in glass and that, plus a subsequent commission by the Royal Society of Wildlife Trusts, gave me the confidence to set up my own workshop. I now create my work in a tiny, old outhouse overlooking my back garden which is just big enough for me, my imagination, and my trusty kiln.
About My Work
My work is created by kiln forming recycled glass layered with colour and design.
Old glass can be difficult to work with so I try to get the best out of each piece. My designs are fused inside, and on the surface of, the glass along with inclusions such as precious metal leaf and enamels all of which change in the extreme heat of the kiln.
Inspiration is found all around; in the countryside, the city, the coast or even just in my back garden. I love to depict vivid sunsets across the open fields of Lincolnshire with solitary trees and broken fences. I also enjoy referencing discarded items in my designs, such as broken clocks or vintage books with intriguing titles, which I blend with images of nature.
When not in my workshop I am often out finding new ideas with my sketch book and camera. The techniques used can take a long time to process, each item needs several firings in my kiln as I build up the details, but it's always exciting to see the unique outcome.
My glass work can be found in selected galleries and is occasionally sold at craft fairs and events, details of which can be found on the Events page.
My ' Hidden Treasure' piece was chosen as 'Highly commended' in The Warm Glass Prize 2016
