My ceramic creatures are inspired by the organic structures and cyclical processes found in nature, especially those of the sea and coastal landscapes where I grew up (2002). Through my work, I explore themes of connection, transformation, growth, and decay, using natural forms to reflect on how we live, relate, and change as humans.

Clay is at the heart of my practice, not just as a material, but as a collaborator. What fascinates me is how clay can be shaped by my hands while simultaneously resisting and responding, as if it has a will of its own. This tension between control and unpredictability keeps the process alive and very exciting.

I approach making as an intuitive, playful process. My sculptures, often creature-like in form, emerge from a balance of precision and spontaneity. Influenced by my experience as an art teacher for children, I’m interested in how childlike wonder and sensory engagement can deepen our connection to both art and the natural world. 

In recent projects, I have begun exploring ways to bring my sculptures to life through movement, interaction, and by incorporating natural elements like water, wind, or fire. My aim is to create works that invite people to pause, notice, and reconnect with themselves, each other, and the more-than-human world around us. Through this, I hope to foster ecological awareness and encourage a deeper respect for nature’s cycles and fragility, reminding us of our place within these interconnected systems.