CV

As a maker, my material of choice is paper although I have experience in a wide range of multi medium techniques and materials and often combine them.  I take inspiration from my surroundings and make forms that reflect on the environment. My multi media work explores the fibrous, strong, fragile and opaque qualities of handmade paper though its functional and decorative use in both books and sculptural forms. I make, combine and manipulate handmade paper using stitch, letterpress and printing to create three dimensional sculptures and artist books. My work combines both traditional and contemporary techniques and materials. My ambition is to make work that is inspired by nature and my surroundings. I want the viewer to handle my work to appreciate the tactile nature of the materials and the layering and collage. I am very comfortable working both as part of a team or independently. I enjoy the process of collecting materials and foraging for supplies for paper making, often using materials that are local to me, or traditional to the craft of paper making and book binding. I enjoy making books that express awareness, emotion and often tell a story. My interest stems from wanting to exploring the traditional methods of paper making and binding and along with the varied methods of constructing and making using paper with text, recycled and natural materials. Which often involving the use of the senses of sight, smell, sound and touch.