THE ARTIST
After many years working in graphic design, learning the trade and honing my skills, I became an independent artist to explore my own creative passions and ideas. Living in Yorkshire, I draw inspiration from the natural beauty of the landscape and the vibrant energy of northern cities. My work combines a deep appreciation for nature, culture, and modernist art, all grounded in my long-standing passion for screen printing and craftsmanship.
I love the challenge and constraints of using traditional art techniques and want to contribute to keeping these traditions alive. In a digital age, there’s something deeply grounding about working by hand, reconnecting with our senses and the tactile nature of making.
THE ART
My work centres around the harmony of nature and the timeless connection between humans and the natural world. This is embodied in my artworks through interwoven graphic shapes, symbolising the unity and intricate balance within nature.
I love exploring the symbolism of folklore, focusing on animals, birds, flora, and graphic motifs such as hands and eyes, all of which express our connection to nature. I also draw inspiration from my love of mid-century graphic design and illustration, blending these influences to create my final pieces.
WHAT IS SCREEN PRINTING ANYWAY?
a super-simplified guide
Contemporary screen printing was hugely popularised by Andy Warhol and the Pop Art movement of the 1950s and 1960s.
This age-old art form has roots in many ancient cultures, although the process we know today began evolving in the late 1800s, when it was used for printing repeat patterns on textiles.
A “silkscreen” is a frame with silk stretched over it (although nowadays, synthetic mesh is often used instead).
Each colour in the artwork needs to be separated onto an individual screen. Once the screens are prepared, ink is forced through each one by pulling a squeegee across the surface, transferring the ink onto the paper.
This is done by hand, one colour at a time, ensuring that each new layer aligns with the previously printed colours. The hand-made nature of this process makes each print slightly unique, even if it is part of a limited edition.