I am a British/Canadian Stained Glass Artist and Conservator based in England & Ireland; passionately committed to producing original, environmentally conscious glass art. Specialising in engraving, kiln forming and painting; I find technical variety and experimentation to be a source of sustenance and infinite inspiration.
I’ve worked and trained as a stained glass artist/craftsperson in over eight countries; where I gained experience in contemporary, traditional and conservation glass applications, through apprenticeships, studio placements and advanced workshops. While, freelancing for a range of technically diverse studios specialising in niche glass practices, delivering on complex architectural projects.
I volunteer for the British Society of Master Glass Painters, as a member of Council and Artists Working Group lead. Where I actively support our endangered craft by organising professional in-person and online events. In an effort to empower the next generation and on behalf of the Lord Mayor Reflects, I facilitate artistic youth-outreach as a Special Educational Needs & Development Arts Award Advisor. I support mature students with life-long learning, by teaching stained glass courses at multiple Adult Education Colleges and studios within England and Europe.
As an independent practitioner, I like to use art as a platform for awareness; as a visual communication system, capable of engaging our global community on challenging environmental and humanitarian issues. Whenever possible, I use recycled glass, choose non-toxic techniques, reduce energy consumption and innovate new processes. Generally, I keep busy advancing my skill set, creating new work for exhibitions, markets and bespoke commissions; freelancing, facilitating, teaching and collaborating with individuals and organisations from around the globe!