Artist's Statement

My work involves a personal narrative, which is derived from the love of found old objects taken from childhood memories and family nostalgia. A collection of buttons that belonged to my Grandmother forms the basis of my creativity. I feel the old and found tells a story and the ‘button’ is a catalyst for memories that have personal meaning and sentiment. The making process involves handbuilding each piece individually and thoughtfully glazing each piece with a palette of  chosen colours. A collection of closed button pieces, vases and spoons  echo a subtle feeling of nostalgia.  

Current Work

Decorative stoneware.

Work Generally Available from:
The Bessemer Gallery – Sheffield
The Harley Gallery – Nottinghamshire
The Coachman’s House Gallery- Shropshire
The Lion Gallery- Herefordshire
The Edge Gallery- Lancaster

Technical Information

Biscuit fired to 1020 C
Glaze fired to 1250 C
Stoneware glazes and engobes used to decorate my pots.
Ceramic transfers are fired to 820 C.

Background History

Education:
2006-2007 - Sheffield Hallam University, PGCE Primary Education 5-11 with QTS
2002-2005 - De Montfort Universit, BA Hons Ceramics and Glass 2:1

Exhibitions:
Mar 2008 - ‘Mug Shots’ Showcase, The Harley Gallery Nottinghamshire
Dec 2006 - Craft Shop Showcase alongside Christmas Exhibition, Leeds Craft and Design Gallery
July 2006 - Joint Exhibition with textile artist Emma Jayne Mounsey, London Road Gallery Sheffield
May 2006 - ‘Designer Crafts’ Group Exhibition, Harding House Gallery Lincoln
Feb 2006 - ‘Love me do’ exhibition, Leeds Craft and Design Centre Leeds
July 2005 - New Designers Week1, Islington Business and Design Centre London
June 2005 - Art and Design Degree Show, De Montfort University Leicester
 
Craft Fairs /Markets:
June 2008 - Earth and Fire Rufford Park
April 2008 - Ceramics in the Round Buxton
Nov 2007 - The Harley Gallery Art Market, Nottinghamshire
Nov 2006 - The Harley Gallery Art Market
Oct 2006 - N.A.M.E Craft Fair Coventry
Oct 2005 - N.A.M.E Craft Fair Coventry

Work Experience:
Visiting Ceramicist- Chesterfield College
Studio Assistant to Susan Disley
Making pies with Kate Malone!
Children’s summer workshops – The Harley Gallery
School Workshops- The Harley Gallery