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I make pieces that bring me joy, specifically work influenced by walks around woodlands. I am inspired by decay to create a variety of textures, these are then abstracted, manipulated and refined before I add them to my pieces. The forms in my collection are inspired by images of mushrooms that have been manipulated and produced in kiln formed glass, porcelain or black stoneware. The resulting vessels slot into bases that use the same materials allowing for different heights, patterns and colours.

Japanese tea ceremonies also inspire my collection, with a contemporary twist to create sleek tableware that balances technology and traditional techniques resulting in harmony and balance with materials and processes. The making process is extremely important to me, as I find making things an amazing skill which I am passionate about and this project has helped to expand my knowledge and skills to create pieces I am proud of.

Each project undertaken takes time invested by both client & our company.
Carrie & Sean combine their skills to look at what each bespoke project needs.
“We embark on a journey with you to understand your exacting requirements”.
Whilst creatively using their expertise they design & make artworks & sculpture that will perfectly transform the space it lives in.

My piece ‘Fetch’ is inspired by walks in my local park. Whilst on these walks I play fetch with my dog and collect foliage I find on the ground, which I then take home to draw from in order to create an illustrated log; like a foliage map of the park. ‘Fetch’ reflects the social areas which people use every day, and that we all take for granted. I feel walking a dog in a park is a simple, yet highly social activity which brings you closer to your local community.

This insulation is all about me reconnecting with my father and his side of the family. I have been looking at segments within the fruit that my great-grandad grows in his garden, which led to looking at cells and DNA patterns within this project. The reflections from my pieces remind me of cells and I thought this would be great to explore further. Through the techniques of cold-working and embellishment, I have managed to incorporate the patterns within this process. The patterns have then been emphasised by the lights inside the glass pieces. I selected colours present in the photographs that were sent to me by my Grandad of the Caribbean, his hometown and his local shops as I didn’t want to be inspired by the typical bright colours that everyone normally assumes of Jamacia.

Deeply rooted in my culture and origins, I believe that my work serves as a testament to the beauty of Islamic history in our modern world. Through my art, I aim to bring clarity and focus to my subjects, emphasizing their message, and leaving a lasting impression on those who experience them.

As a designer and craftsman, I am committed to upholding the integrity of my craftsmanship and creating works that are a testament to my skill and passion. Pushing beyond my limits to create pieces that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also intellectually engaging is what drives me. My goal is to challenge myself and to create art that makes a difference in people’s lives.

I have been working with glass for over 30 years, mostly self taught. I do enjoy taking occasional workshops with other glass artists.