Narratives in Art.
Narratives in Art is a living archive of my practice, a space to document, process, and think out loud. Posts might follow a new work, a small observation, an exhibition, or a question I can't yet answer. There is no fixed agenda here, only an ongoing record of how the work develops, where it leads, and what it is slowly becoming.
Research Supervisor Session.
A reflection on my first one-to-one with my research supervisor, the freedom to explore my ideas, and trying to keep momentum going with writing and art over summer.
Garden Futures.
A day trip to the Garden Futures exhibition at the V&A Dundee becomes a reflection on gardens as spaces of sanctuary, memory and inspiration. In this post, I explore how gardening is woven into both personal and creative life, and how reconnecting with nature, and time spent with loved ones, quietly feeds artistic practice.
Twenty One.
After learning about the idea that doing something for 21 days can help build a habit, I started carving out space each day for my creative practice. What began as quick sketches has become a way to reconnect, refocus, and move through a creative rut with more intention and compassion.
Anselm Kiefer Exhibition.
While visiting Amsterdam, I had the chance to experience Where Have All the Flowers Gone, a powerful dual-venue exhibition of Anselm Kiefer’s work. This post reflects on the impact of seeing his monumental canvases in person, the influence of Van Gogh, and how it all connects back to my own artistic practice.
Reflections On My Third 1-2-1.
As my first academic year draws to a close, I reflect on how far I've come - from overcoming fears of being perceived to reimagining how I make space for my practice. This post explores the shifts in mindset, energy, and medium that are helping me find momentum again.
Kees Stoop: Leven En Werk.
Translating Kees Stoop: Leven en Werk from Dutch to English as I read added depth to an already intimate portrait of the artist. More than a biography, the book reveals the quiet power of Stoop’s simplified landscapes and poetic approach to art.
Writing As A Companion To My Art Practice.
In this piece, I reflect on how writing has become an integral part of my art practice - providing a place to process thoughts, capture fleeting ideas, and rediscover a quieter kind of creative strength. From the corner of my guest bedroom to notes written on the go, writing has helped me find rhythm, voice, and a way to listen more closely to what my art is really trying to say.
Trees & Self Reflection.
A reflective essay exploring the quiet sanctuary of wild landscapes and the enduring connection between the human body and trees. Through personal memories of the Cairngorms, late diagnoses of autism and scoliosis, and evolving ink-based art practice, this piece contemplates belonging, embodiment, and the stories carried in both bark and bone.