Spending five months as an Artist in Residence at East Riddlesden Hall, National Trust has allowed me to slow down, observe and connect. I spent five months immersing myself in the collections, the grounds and the historic building near Keighley. From the very beginning, I was drawn to the hidden patterns within the hall. An important part of my residency involved engaging with visitors and becoming part of the hall’s community. Through conversations, shared stories and celeb

In October 2024, I was delighted to receive support from Arts Council England through the Developing Your Creative Practice programme. This opportunity allowed me to invest time and energy into expanding my skills and my confidence. I attended two creative courses at West Dean College where I was lucky enough to live for 10 days in beautiful surroundings with only creativity to focus on. I was encouraged to step beyond my comfort zone, particularly in how I approached my sket

I proudly tell anyone who will listen that I'm a Yorkshire-based artist who LOVES to paint and walk in the Yorkshire Dales, and nowhere...