I am currently in my second year studying Art and Textiles at Bath Spa University. These two creative subjects allow me to express myself within a range of different materials. I have enjoyed the opportunity this course has given me to focus on the work I feel most passionate about; something which I feel is reflected through my art.
I specialise in hand and machine knitting which is influenced by the shapes and patterns of maps. I use computer aided design to create my own patterns and knitted words in an efficient way. I enjoy mastering complicated patterns and experimenting with different types of wools and colours. The medium I use dictates the type of wool I favour. When using the knitting machine I prefer lamb’s wool and when hand knitting I prefer to use acrylic. The quality of these materials combined with my favoured techniques produces pieces soft in texture.
More recently I have been inspired by three dimensional forms, sculpture clothing and text and image. Experimenting with different materials has developed my ideas through the use of recycled fabrics, wool, paper, wire and wax.
The artists which have influenced my work include Cat Mazza, Liz Collins, Ruth Cross and Lisa Anne Auerbach.
