I was reminded that ageist oppression, disability oppression and artists oppression in our society is alive and well and needs a dose of anti oppression medication. I will be writing on this more. However a picture of Louise Borgeois and… Continue reading

Went to Hand and Lock embroidery competition 2017 final to support Charis Kibble http://www.charisesther.com , @charisester. She got a third prize in the open competition. So exciting Well Done Charis! The voting by the guests caused a great stir and energy… Continue reading

A week of Serendipity has bought considerable hope. My isolation as an artist can be hard to bear. I was aware of Diana Springall’s exhibition “What is Stitch” at the Sunbury Embroidery Gallery as I live in Sunbury. This week… Continue reading

Im learning in order to create you need to stay vulnerable. I feel very vulnerable at the moment coming to the second  anniversary of the death of my partner. I have a variety of projects in there gestation and making… Continue reading

Life events can deeply effect creative output. Especially bereavement, homelessness, multiple moves and ill health. Our society is also deeply unsettled and prevents creativity in its insecurity. I could never have imagined the events that have transpired since my degree… Continue reading

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Arts4Rights a disobedient exhibition presented by DPAC & PCS Cultural Sector.We believe Art can help fight injustice. As part of the week of action organised by DPAC (Disabled People Against Cuts) Sunday 4th September is dedicated to creative action supported… Continue reading

Gill Crawshaw’s advert on Curatorspace (www.curatorspace.com) caught my attention. Bringing textiles and recycling two of my passions, together within the remit of my life experience. I didn’t dream that it would lead me to create such a profound piece of… Continue reading

I’m having fun on Instagram with pictures of places and recent art works. I miss going to the RHS Wisley with my partner who died 4 months ago. RIP I was there on Saturday and collected fallen bark in the… Continue reading