Artists selected for the 2009 BIGG: Breakthrough Ideas in Global Glass are:

Artist Statement
The key elements that inspire my work are color and texture derived from nature. I want to create curious, desirable objects, where decoration becomes the main function. The pieces are designed to be beautiful, glistening focal points that can adorn any interior. The palette is inspired by Japanese Prints like Ando Hiroshige’s ‘Sparrows, Moon and Blossoming Peach’. There is a wonderful simplicity in the use of pastel shades with a splash of vibrant color to highlight features. Since going to visit Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka’s exhibition at the design Museum in 2002, I have been fascinated by lampworking and it’s ability to mimic even the most minuet details in nature. The contrast between these details and the flowing organic qualities of hot blown glass have infinite possibilities and act as a brilliant contrast to one another, the fragile crystal forms set beside soft, almost velvet like folds.

Biography
Studying at Wimbledon School of Art for my Foundation Year led me to Ediburgh College of Art to study a Glass Degree. Exhibiting works throughout the UK led me to go back to education in 2007 to complete my Masters Degree and to obtain more knowledge and skills in the professional area at the Royal College of Art. In completeing my masters I hope to continue to sell work and set up my own business.

Resume
Education
2009     MA Ceramics and Glass, Present degree       
2007 – 2009    October 2007 - July 2009 Royal College of Art
2002 - 2005    September 2002- July 2005 Edinburgh Art College
2005    BA (Hons) Design and Applied Arts, Glass and Architectural Glass, First Class   
2002    Art Foundation Course Distinction
2001 - 2002    September 2001- June 2002 Wimbledon School of Art

Professional Experience
Peter Layton London Glass Blowing Studio
Glass Blowing assistant for artist commission for ‘The Big Chill Festive’
Glass Blowing assistant for Artist Liam Reeves

Exhibitions
2003    Crystal World, Edinburgh Art College
2004    Work in Progress, Edinburgh Art College
    Encompass, Edinburgh Art College
2005    Degree Show, Edinburgh Art College
    New Designers, Islington Design Centre
2006    Making Connections, Timespan, Helmsdale
    Colour Verve, The Gallery, West Kilbride
2007    Cup Project, Royal College of Art, London
2008    Student Exhibition at Ceramic Art London, Royal College of Art, London
    Reflection, Sir John Soane Museum
    Work in Progress, Royall College of Art, London
2009    Student Exhibition at Ceramic Art London, Royal College of Art, London
    Off The Wall, The Gallery Room, London
    Degree Show, Royal College of Art, London

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