I recieved the a-n busary to continue my development with  'Cracks Of Love'. I will continue developing skills in lampworking and my aim is to be able to apply these skills to my designs and learn to write with glass.  Like any skill it takes time to grasp fully and at present I feel quite frustrated at the time...  show more

Since putting things in motion and my concepts out into the world a lot has started to happen and it is exciting, exhausing and scary all at the same time. I have exhibitions planned, links to other artists, community groups and my work is developing. I have one morning aside to think and one day to create! In that day...  show more

After giving my artist talk on Wednesday at Sunderland University to BA and MA students, I feel like my ideas are now out there in the world. I have verballised my intentions and hearing it out loud has spured me on.  I am producing a body of work that deals with PND, a topic close to my heart and something...  show more

  In the 11 years trading as a freelance artist, workshop facilitator and visiting lecturer I have gained vital knowledge of running a business, experience diversifying and adapting my skills. I will be talking through my journey as an artist, juggling motherhood and projects. How my work helped me though emotionally difficult times and how this process informed my work....  show more