I am drawn to organic forms. I play with classical shapes adorning them with botanical elements and high gloss glazes creating a balance between uniform and unique.

I value the learning I receive from makers around me whilst contributing to the creative development of my community.

Qualifications

·June 2022Ceramics HND - Morley college

·June 2021RHS Level 2 Diploma Horticulture

· Sept 2016- Feb 2018 NASENCo UCL- professional qualification as Special Education Needs Coordinator, (SENCo).

· Sept 2006 – July 2009 Masters in Counsellling, University of London, Goldsmiths UK. Thesis “The Triangle of Care"

· Sept 1998 – July 2001 Masters in Education, University of London, Goldsmiths UK. Thesis “The Role of Parental Involvement”

· Sept 1992 – July 1993 Post Graduate Certificate in Education, 3-11 years old.University of London, Goldsmiths UK.

· November 1989- TEFEL Anglo School, London

· Sept 1984 – June 1987 Bachelor of Science, Liverpool University, UK, Psychology

Work and ceramic experience

1993- 2020 Primary and early years teacher including art with focus on special needs and supporting families.

1990 Ongoing part time learning at Morley College including; Raku ,throwing and mould making. Teachers including Duncan Hooson.

2011 Established Marmaladetime providing creative workshops parents and young children.

2022 Morley Graduation show

New Designers Exhibition

October Employment begun as Specialist Pottery Instructor, Bethlem Hospital.

London Potters Exhibition at the Department Store

Kiln Rooms Winter show

Graduate Membership of Design Nation