About me:
Imagine futuristic bodies sculpted by ceramics, or bead-laden Portugese Saints, or perhaps ritualistic performances where semi–naked bodies writhe around in clay to the sound of industrial bleeps and beats. These are a taster of some of my works such as, ‘(Untitled) Bodies’ (2009-10) or elements of Big Odd’s ‘A Broken Part’ (2010). Since graduating from Camberwell College of Arts in 2009, fusing unconventional ceramics and innovative presentation techniques have formed the basis of my practice.
Discovering new ways of seeing has been a fundamental aspect within my art and this informs both my processes and my thoughts on topics such as gender and identity – themes that recur within my work. Ideas are then translated through a variety of disciplines and platforms – ceramics, performance, fashion, photography and film – to make works that look outward and forward. Gestures and actions become objects and performances, and the line which separates these definitions begin to blur. This idea forms the basis of my next works entitled ‘Le Fil’. For the AA2A scheme specifically, I want to produce a series of ceramic sculptures and develop artwork that will form the core of the research process and sculptural production for the ‘Le Fil’ live exhibition.
Having studied at Camberwell College of Arts, I have formed a close relationship with the Ceramics department and aim to continue developing its tradition through producing forward-thinking, innovative artwork in ceramics. The AA2A scheme will also provide an exciting opportunity to engage with new artists and practioners, with the possibilities of future collaborative artworks.
