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30cm
Stoneware
I hand-build sculptures and figures inspired by my love of Surrealist and contemporary art. Through my work, I aim to capture individuality and expression, creating pieces that invite the viewer to look closely and connect with them on an emotional and tactile level.
I live in Colwyn Bay, North Wales, surrounded by the mountains and the coastline, and I feel a strong connection to the landscape around me. The changing colours, textures, shapes and atmosphere of the natural environment continually influence the way I see and experience the world, and these observations often find their way into my work.
My work is intuitive and spontaneous. Inspiration often emerges during the construction process, allowing each piece to develop and change direction in response to my emotions and experiences on the day. I enjoy this unpredictability and see it as an important part of the creative process.
I primarily work with stoneware clays of varying textures, drawn to their strength when fired, their forgiving nature and their earthy, tactile qualities. I use oxides, vibrant coloured glazes, texture and mark-making to build character and individuality into my sculptures. I particularly enjoy working with repetitive marks, patterns and fine details, which give my pieces a precise yet highly tactile quality.
The human face is incorporated into many of my figures because it is something we instinctively recognise and respond to. Facial expression can communicate emotion without words, and I am fascinated by our ability to sense and interpret those emotions in others. Through my figures, I explore this connection, sometimes creating expressions that are playful, mysterious, contemplative or slightly surreal.
My inspiration comes from everything around me—from people, nature and everyday observations to emotions, experiences and the work of artists I admire. I allow these influences to emerge naturally rather than beginning with a fixed idea.
Ultimately, I want my sculptures to provoke thought, create a sense of curiosity and, above all, make someone smile or feel something. I hope each piece develops its own personality and finds its own place in the world of art.
30cm
Stoneware
I hand-build sculptures and figures inspired by my love of Surrealist and contemporary art. Through my work, I aim to capture individuality and expression, creating pieces that invite the viewer to look closely and connect with them on an emotional and tactile level.
I live in Colwyn Bay, North Wales, surrounded by the mountains and the coastline, and I feel a strong connection to the landscape around me. The changing colours, textures, shapes and atmosphere of the natural environment continually influence the way I see and experience the world, and these observations often find their way into my work.
My work is intuitive and spontaneous. Inspiration often emerges during the construction process, allowing each piece to develop and change direction in response to my emotions and experiences on the day. I enjoy this unpredictability and see it as an important part of the creative process.
I primarily work with stoneware clays of varying textures, drawn to their strength when fired, their forgiving nature and their earthy, tactile qualities. I use oxides, vibrant coloured glazes, texture and mark-making to build character and individuality into my sculptures. I particularly enjoy working with repetitive marks, patterns and fine details, which give my pieces a precise yet highly tactile quality.
The human face is incorporated into many of my figures because it is something we instinctively recognise and respond to. Facial expression can communicate emotion without words, and I am fascinated by our ability to sense and interpret those emotions in others. Through my figures, I explore this connection, sometimes creating expressions that are playful, mysterious, contemplative or slightly surreal.
My inspiration comes from everything around me—from people, nature and everyday observations to emotions, experiences and the work of artists I admire. I allow these influences to emerge naturally rather than beginning with a fixed idea.
Ultimately, I want my sculptures to provoke thought, create a sense of curiosity and, above all, make someone smile or feel something. I hope each piece develops its own personality and finds its own place in the world of art.