I'm a sculptor working primarily in stone and clay from my home studio near the River Dart in South Devon. My artistic practice is rooted in a deep connection with nature, where the forms, patterns, and quiet rhythms of the natural world offer endless inspiration. I’m drawn to the organic – to the gentle curves of a river-worn pebble, the contours of a hillside, the subtle asymmetry of a shell. These naturally occurring shapes often find their way, consciously or unconsciously, into my work.

My exploration of stone carving began in March 2015, under the guidance of Maria Moorhouse of Sculptworks, on the enchanting Dartington Estate near Totnes. What started as a weekend course ignited a passion that would shape my artistic path.

After years of honing my skills in a humble garden shed, battling the elements without heat or power, I realized the need for change. In autumn 2021, my dream of a dedicated studio space became a reality, providing a sanctuary for creativity right at home.

I embrace the technique of direct carving, allowing the material itself to guide the process. Working this way, there’s a sense of dialogue between myself and the stone – a unique relationship where form evolves intuitively, often taking on biomorphic, abstract shapes. With clay, I hand-build sculptural pieces that explore similar themes of fluidity and tactile presence.

Texture and light play a significant role in how my work is experienced. Many of my pieces are meant to be touched – their surfaces shaped and finished in ways that encourage sensory engagement, inviting the viewer to connect not just visually, but physically and emotionally.

In recent years, I’ve been exploring the philosophy of wabi-sabi – the beauty found in imperfection, impermanence, and the natural cycles of change. This sensibility resonates deeply with my approach and has led me to experiment with the kurinuki technique and saggar firing, which allow for raw, elemental surfaces and earthy, unpredictable colouration. These processes feel like a collaboration with nature itself – embracing chance, texture, and the passage of time.

Ultimately, my work is a quiet invitation: to slow down, to notice the beauty in subtle details, and to experience form not just with the eyes, but with the hands and heart.