Describe your work in a single sentence.
I describe my work as a sort of lolly shop of colours paired with shapes that remind you of ocean waves or a twisted lolly wrapper.
When did you first fall in love with art?
It was when I met Sarah-Jane Clarke and Heidi Middleton. I began working for them in 2006 and was very quickly aware of this whole new perspective on materiality and shape. I now own an original artwork from Middleton and will cherish it forever.
Did you study fine arts or are you self-taught?
I am proudly self-taught. I have found it really hard to identify as an artist even though I first began creating thermoformed polymer shapes in 2015. It’s only really since early 2021 that I have been able to take my craft seriously and develop my practise. My father is a builder and my mother is an artist so I’ve luckily been surrounded by makers my whole life.
When do you feel your most creative?
My mind is most free and playful after my morning visit to my Bondi local for coffee. From there, I will walk to my studio, sit down with my laptop to respond to enquiries before sorting my materials for commissions. I like to sketch so I’ll also pen down some thoughts in between a bit of procrastination playing with new materials I’ve discovered.
Where do you find inspiration?
I never begin my work with the finished result in mind. My process starts with the material and I explore ways I can form with it. It’s meditative to play around with shapes and textures. Light is a huge factor in why I love polymer so much. It’s incredible to see the light filter through and create even more beauty.
What materials do you use and why?
I primarily work with PMMA. As I delve further into my practice I am incorporating unexpected material pairings like paper raffia and weaving.
What have you been working on recently?
Picking up where I left off 7 years ago, I have been working on new print and texture finishes on the polymer. Being able to express my visions through form and now print is exciting me beyond words.
If you could add one artwork to your collection what would it be and why?
Jeff Koons’ Balloon Dog (Blue).
What is your dream artistic project?
Much like an artist I admire, CJ Hendry, I wish to create an experiential exhibition to showcase my sculpture works. A delight to all the senses.