Techniques and processes within printed textiles are what I’m concentrating on, but making my own work is the exciting part. I thrive off of what the outcome might become, and as I learn and absorb, the more precise I can be. Commitment and time is a big part of textile design and the more I do it the bigger the bond to the development of my work there is. I revel in experimenting with all aspects of textiles from both an art and design perspective. I find that combining the visions of the two disciplines can produce some truly unique pieces. With a fresh and contemporary feel to my designs, I am confident that my work will hold its place and make an impact in the interior and Fashion Industry
Education and skills
2010-present University of Derby
BA (Hons) Textile Design
Specialising in printed textiles
• Competent in mixing dyes and using processes to create different effects
• Adept in printing with silk screens and the transfer press.
• Familiarity with Photoshop and Illustrator
• Skills within developing print designs through Photoshop for the Mimaki printer
• Ability to design and create unique and modern knit and weave samples, using knitting machines and weaving looms
• Experienced working with jacquard design tools and producing a contemporary machine woven designs
2005-2006 London Metropolitan University,
Btec Diploma in Foundation Studies Art and Design (Distinction)
Sir John Cass Foundation award for outstanding achievement (2006)
1995-2002 Belper High School
A level: Art (B), English Language (D)
AS level: Sociology (D)
GCSE: 9 subjects, grades B-D including maths and science
Experience and skills
Current Repton School, Art Department, Art Technician
• Responsible for the maintenance and order of four teaching studios and two art Galleries. The art school engages in fine art, print, textiles, ceramics and Three-dimensional studies. Sustaining these environments involves a daily routine, which shows discipline and self-organisation.
• Self-motivation and time management are key elements within my role at the art school. I am able to delegate within my daily routines, when asked to complete a new task that is set for me.
• Organisation is the main content to my role, I not only organise the studios, I order all the materials and keep on top of all the stock. I systematically maintain all the equipment that is being used on a constant basis. This involves diligence and determination, as it is a very busy art school.
• Teaching assisting and support is a dynamic part of my role. Reliability and confidence within my knowledge is vital, especially within the classroom. Observation within the class, gives me the tools to concentrate my skills and expand my self-development within my role.
2006-2007 Spar shop, Repton, Sales Assistant
• The capabilities I achieved within the job role were vital expertise. Such as stocktaking, cashier work and deliveries of produce to and from the store.
• I devised my own schemes and time management whilst either working on my own or part of a team, showing initiative to develop and control a busy store.
• Working within a customer focused setting taught me excellent customer service skills. Developing discipline and democracy within the customer related role.
2005-2006 Gift fundraising Ltd, London, Charity Fundraiser
• Working in a street environment and face to face with the public, shows resilience and determination and improved and developed my interpersonal skills within the role and towards the charities I was working with.
• Empathy with the charities I was representing was a huge part of the role and adapting to a new charity took dedication to absorb and represent what the charity was all about.
• Involvement was the part of the job role that helped to demonstrate persuasiveness and negotiation skills.
• Working under pressure in the target driven and team building fundraising environment developed a satisfaction and fulfilment when the targets were achieved.
Interests and Achievements
Spark Christmas selling exhibition 2010-11
Selling handmade brooches and abstract woven paintings.
Life Drawing 2007-present
Taking part in life drawing classes on a Thursday evening
Sewphee 2009-current
Handmade bespoke textile brooches business, selling at craft fairs, Wirksworth Art Festival, Ginger gift shop, Spark Christmas exhibition and commissions
Sir John Cass Foundation award 2006
A prize of £1000 for outstanding achievement
Duke of Edinburgh 2000
Bronze award expedition completed in the lake district, Map reading and navigation whilst working in a team motivated environment.
Commissions
Animal (dog) Portraits 2009-present
Accurate pencil, charcoal and water colour portraits, sold on commission
Sewphee 2009-present
Handmade brooches, orders through contacts at fairs or through business cards
Referees will be given on request.
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