I am interested in how or if we can still establish our identities through making, that is by hand- through direct contact with materials and processes in an age of virtual technology. My work stems from a personal interest in the history of textiles, notions of the feminine, and the idea that the skills of sewing and other crafts are matriarchal in nature and passed down within families throughout history.
Much of my work is made using ceramics and textiles, hand-building initial forms from clay to give me different components to combine with other materials. I find that this allows me to work quite freely and intuitively when building up forms, and emphasises a sensitivity to materials. My practice stems from an exploration of materials and processes, often using natural forms as a starting point. There is an element of curiosity and the unexpected in my work; intuitive decisions often play a large role in the final appearances of my sculptures. I am interested in combining traditional techniques and imagery such as etching and textiles with new materials to create works that question the boundaries between art and craft.
My sculptures develop from an attempt to push materials to their limits. There is a balance between conscious manipulation and letting the material form it's own identity. Much of my work explores ideas of drapery and textiles; my fired ceramic works have an element of softness within their forms, inviting the viewer to question their solidity.
Much of my work is made using ceramics and textiles, hand-building initial forms from clay to give me different components to combine with other materials. I find that this allows me to work quite freely and intuitively when building up forms, and emphasises a sensitivity to materials. My practice stems from an exploration of materials and processes, often using natural forms as a starting point. There is an element of curiosity and the unexpected in my work; intuitive decisions often play a large role in the final appearances of my sculptures. I am interested in combining traditional techniques and imagery such as etching and textiles with new materials to create works that question the boundaries between art and craft.
My sculptures develop from an attempt to push materials to their limits. There is a balance between conscious manipulation and letting the material form it's own identity. Much of my work explores ideas of drapery and textiles; my fired ceramic works have an element of softness within their forms, inviting the viewer to question their solidity.