I am a ceramic artist making abstract sculptures in my studio in London.

My work is rooted in the personal, exploring themes of emotional impact.
My process begins with a written exploration of an emotional experience or state of mind.  Whilst doing this I get a strong visual impression of the direction a piece will take, which I doodle-sketch as an aide-memoire.  It will also produce a one or two-word working title. With these, I start working with the clay.

I construct my pieces directly on the kiln-shelves, using textured slabs: shaping, tearing, joining and lastly propping thoroughly to prevent unwanted warping in the kiln. After initial firing, oxides are layered up, before glazing with a selection of glazes, to create subtle variations of colour and tone - with occasional dark accents - to reflect the narratives explored through the work.

Ceramics is my second career. In a previous life I worked as an advertising strategist, whilst spending my evenings pursuing my genuine passion in life of clay.
Working with clay is, for me, the ultimate ‘flow’ activity. Having had a first career which was interesting, but ultimately unfulfilling, I know just how lucky I am for my work to also be my passion and my happy place.

I live and work in North West London with my husband and two daughters.

I am very happy to take commissions and would be happy to discuss this with you.