My work is deeply influenced by the natural world and its impact on our well-being. Trees and green spaces have been shown to reduce stress, elevate mood, and even boost the immune system—something many of us feel instinctively. Since the coronavirus pandemic, scientific research has only reinforced the vital connection between nature and health, highlighting the restorative power of woods, trees, and the natural environment.
Plants (ferns) play a central role in my work, particularly in my handmade cement and glass bowls, I fuse fern leaves into glass panels that form the base of my bowls, creating a direct link between nature and my art.
I work across multiple mediums—cement, glass, cyanotype, and silver—each incorporating real leaves in some way. Sustainability is at the heart of my practice, with a focus on using recycled and repurposed materials to honour and preserve the beauty of the natural world.
Mission Statement
I strive to inspire others to see art as a bridge to the natural world. My sculptural pieces encourage viewers to pause, let go, and embrace a new perspective—one that recognises light and plants as essential to our well-being. If someone is feeling emotionally drained and vulnerable, I hope that looking into one of my Stone and Light Bowls brings a sense of lightness and restoration, even for a moment.
My process combines industrial materials with organic elements, reflecting the balance between nature and human creation. Using Ciment Fondu (a type of artist’s cement) and a medium-sized ball, I shape the upper half to create a smooth, curved recess. For the glass bases, I repurpose offcuts from our local builder’s merchants, Maunders in Cheddar, rescuing them from landfill. These cleaned and prepared pieces of industrial glass are then fused with real fern leaves between two layers (each approximately 3mm thick), before being joined to complete the Stone and Light Bowl.
Beyond my own work, I am passionate about sharing the meditative and restorative nature of art with others. Creative processes like sculpting and printmaking provide a space for individuals to decompress and reconnect with themselves. One of the most fascinating camera-less techniques is the Cyanotype process, which I aim to introduce into schools and community groups through hands-on workshops using a UV box and light-sensitive paper. By sharing my inspirations, I hope to encourage others to explore creativity as a means of self-expression and well-being.
