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"Good Looking Crow — the voice of an older maker, sharp-eyed and untamed."

As an older maker, I recognise myself in the spirit of the crow: watchful, often playful yet unwilling to soften my voice.

My work is informed by that clarity. My sculptures carry echoes of lived experience while exuberantly pushing against stereotypes of age, gender, and expectation!

I came to sculpture later in life, shaped by the people and experiences that have filled it: the connections, the challenges, and the moments of real joy. Working from my Nottingham studio, I’m constantly drawn to the stories that sit between us — the gestures, glances, and unspoken emotions that reveal who we are. Clay gives me a way to hold those moments, to turn them into forms that feel both familiar and raw.

My work isn’t afraid to challenge. It looks at what lies beneath the surface — the tensions, tenderness, and truths that make us who we are. Each piece is an attempt to make sense of the mess and the beauty of being human, shaping it into something real, lasting, and alive.

Recurring themes in my work include identity, power, and belonging. I am particularly drawn to challenging stereotypes and giving form to overlooked or dismissed experiences, elevating them into something monumental. Each piece becomes a kind of witness: a reminder of the persistence, grace, and fury at the heart of being human.

Gratefully supported by the Arts Council England "Developing Your Practice" awarded in 2022.