I was fortunate to study at a time when students were taught traditional and transferable sculpting skills, which enabled me to work across a wide range of industries, including sculpting on projects for HandMade Films, Spitting Image, and in productions for Theatre, the Royal Opera House, museums, and the National Trust.

Whilst working in these industries, often perceived as lucrative and glamorous, it became clear to me that there was a significant disparity in accessibility to these types of jobs. This realisation sparked a lifelong interest and drive to make the arts more accessible for all.

Further study and work opportunities led me to education, with a specific interest in using the arts to support neurodiverse young people. I have focused on using art to help them engage with the curriculum and boost their self-esteem. Working in SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) has offered invaluable opportunities, allowing me to collaborate with outside agencies, including educational psychologists, speech and language therapists, and occupational therapists in both mainstream and special secondary schools.

While the educational environment remains important to me, an opportunity arose to work on the Watts Gallery Trust Art for All Programme (https://www.wattsgallery.org.uk/blog/art-for-all-by-all-our-time) as the Youth Support and Outreach Officer. My work at Watts Gallery enabled me to combine my passion and skills to devise and deliver workshops for young people in mainstream education, those out of education, those in the criminal justice system, and those who benefit from alternative support.

I am passionate about sharing the joy of creativity and currently teach adult drawing and printmaking classes in my home studio.

I now work as a freelance artist and educator, living on the Surrey/West Sussex border. In my spare time, I enjoy walking and cycling in the South Downs and sailing in Chichester Harbour.