'Turning the tanker' started a decade ago when I was doing a degree in Historic Building Conservation at Kingston Univerity. Working in construction but also having a passion for history and, art in particular since I was 4 years old, were combined in my studies.  I was also fascinated by the traditional crafts being taught at my place of learning, the Building Crafts College in Stratford, London.  I took myself off to learn about glass - stained glass, glass fusing and hot glass.  I even built my own tiny glass studio at the bottom of the garden and for my elective project made a stained glass panel inspired by the geometry in Canterbury Cathedral.

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Little by little I fell out of love with the construction industry and turned more and more back to art.  The Covid years were defining for me.  I made a decision! I took a deep breath and resigned, believing I could survive for 6 months until I found something more meaningful.  I'm still surviving!

 

I started doing courses at West Dean College near Chichester.  3 years down the line, I have never been happier.  My self belief is back.  I do art because it pleases me.  I have much to learn and doubtless those in the business will tell me so at some point.  Do you know what? If they do, I shall be grateful they noticed me and chalk it up as a win!

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