My story

I’ve always been drawn to art and design — it’s just something that’s always been part of me. Creativity isn’t just what I do, it’s how I make sense of the world.

My journey hasn’t been the usual one. I didn’t follow a straight path, but I did manage to finish my BA just as I turned 40, which felt like a huge personal win. Deciding to really go for it as an artist at that point wasn’t always easy. Starting later meant figuring out confidence, recognition, and making a living all at the same time.

So instead of waiting for things to happen, I got on with it and made my own opportunities. I opened studios, then shops, and created spaces to show and sell my work. It was full-on — long days, lots of making, and a constant push to keep things going. For a long time, glass was my main thing, and I loved how it let me play with light, colour, and shape.

These days, as I start to slow things down a bit, my relationship with my work has changed. I’m not chasing the same pace anymore. Instead, I’ve gone back to pottery — something I loved right at the beginning. This time I’m taking it slowly, really getting to know the material and enjoying the process. Working with clay feels grounding in a way that’s hard to explain — it helps me slow down and just enjoy making again.

I’ve stepped away from glass for now, but I still paint, draw, and try new things whenever I can. I don’t think I could ever stop being creative — it’s just part of who I am.

I’ve also been really lucky to have amazing support from my family along the way. They’ve stuck by me through all the risks and hard work. And especially my husband, Steve — he’s always believed in me, even when things felt uncertain. I couldn’t have done it without him.