I graduated from Manchester Metropolitan University in 2001 and Goldsmiths College, University of London, in 2003. I am currently based in Sussex.

The blurring of edges, both physically and philosophically, lies at the heart of my work as both Feltmaker and Artist. The misty horizon, where land and sky, sea and sky, merge and become blurred are, for me, reflected in the fuzziness of felt, the merging together of fibres and fabrics; the fusion of Art and Craft.

Painting underpins my work as a Feltmaker. I paint landscapes, so having moved to the South Coast from Yorkshire, these currently fall into 2 basic categories: moorland and seascape. A limited palette of oil paints can produce so many subtle shades. The sketches become colour sources for my felt pieces.

Simplicity of design combines with complexities of texture and colour to produce pieces of felt that may be worn in a number of ways, a sash may also be a scarf, and a neckpiece a hair tie or a belt. Each piece of felt is individually made, so that the edges become as important as the body of the fabric. Traditional 'wet' feltmaking gives wonderful textures and shapes.
Hand-dyed silk fabrics are often used as a base layer, producing wearable felt that drapes well. Recently I experimented with metallic fabrics, producing a most unusual felt that lends itself to elaborate neckpieces.

Solid, traditional felt, is more sculptural, and I make seamless bags and hats using 3d feltmaking methods. Form and function share importance: a bag may have its own sculptural identity whilst being highly functional.