Having worked since leaving school, it is only now due to geographical circumstances and being self-employed that has enabled me to follow my dream and immerse myself in ceramics. In 2009 I took the leap and enrolled at West Wales School of Art, Carmarthen to do a 3year BA (Hon's) Degree in Ceramics and 3D.
 
I am a hand builder through and through finding throwing a bit frustrating. What I like to design and develop falls into two totally different areas with both areas having their own narrative.

The 'Boat Series' are inspired by my love of the sea and it's coast line, with its changing light and atmosphere giving the feeling of open space and adventure. To know that all the foot paths are well-worn by millions of walkers over thousands of years and the coves shaped by the sea and its storms some having developed into hamlets many having their own story to tell of storms, ship wrecks and smuggling. Through hundreds of years of mapping we are recording the forever changing shape of the earth be it by natural causes or by our own hands.

I also feel a strong need to design and construct individual pieces relating to social commentary that will provoke the viewer to question cultural traditions and customs relating to animal welfare issues worldwide that should now, have no place in today's educated society.

Through this Degree I have been pushed to develop as an artist with my own style as well as, it revolutionizing my ability to draw and for this alone I am glad I decided to go back to college.