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Paul’s techniques vary from cold worked, kiln fired, etched to bonded.

In my artistic practice, I primarily utilize stained glass, alongside kiln castings and flat glass installations, to explore themes centered on women and their roles in contemporary society, politics, and mythology. My works aim to evoke deep emotions and reflection, often blending figurative elements with abstraction. Drawing from my experiences as a single female artist, I strive to reveal hidden narratives that stimulate thought.
Nature serves as a continuous source of inspiration, prompting me to express the harmony between human life cycles and natural rhythms. Through my creations—whether narrated images, paintings, or large-scale installations—I pose critical questions about humanity’s relationship with nature in the 21st century, our responsibilities, and the role of women and female artists. By navigating these inquiries, I seek to challenge boundaries and express my insights through the medium of glass art.

Exploring the fragility of botanical forms, freezing them in time and capturing their fleeting beauty.

currently working for my next 3 exhibition with UkGlassartcollective ,
i am also exploring vitragraph and doing coursed with the lovely Catherine Dunstan

The subject matter of my glass work is very diverse depending on what subject is inspiring me at the time. Much of my work as been related to my interest in Asian history, design and contemporary culture. I am also am inspired by the unique possibilities that glass fusing can create in the abstract. My latest work is based on the study of geometry and how basic simple geometric forms can create a wide range of visual symbolic experiences.

I currently have a piece in the BSMGP ‘Inspired by William Morris’ exhibition which started at the International Festival of Glass and is now moving to The Stained Glass Museum at Ely Cathedral till 31st October, after which it will move to Rochdale Town Hall.

My process involves a range of techniques that serve the purpose of the work e.g. modelling in wax, mold-making through a lost-wax process, casting, printing and painting on glass, cold-working, engraving as well as stained glass techniques. Some of my pieces refer to key archetypes from feminine psychology and mythology – each containing a model of a doll (‘the Girl’) that I have kept since childhood. I devise scenes with my doll that allow me to laugh at myself, provide comfort, or recollect memories.