Having resigned from a career in the NHS to pursue my dreams, I studied for a Foundation Degree in Fine Art at Exeter College and subsequently attained BA with distinction at Plymouth College of Art. The natural world is my inspiration: objects found on the beach, sensations, sounds and imagery. My recent work revolves around environmental issues, particularly plastics in the marine environment, hoping to raise awareness of the critical situation we find ourselves in as a result of petro-capitalism and our careless use of precious resources. I am an environmental artist, intent on reaching audiences beyond the gallery space. Emotional engagement is key to communicating the complex issues that we face in our troubled world. My work is diverse, ranging from drawing and painting to performance and video. For my Degree Show (2019) I created an installation utilising UV light to highlight the toxicity of plastic in the natural environment. I am a member of CAMP (Contemporary Art Membership Plymouth), Devon Artists Network, Drawn to the Valley, A-N, Rame Peninsular Beach Care, Environment Plymouth, Surfers Against Sewage and Greenpeace. I manage the Facebook page: Plymouth Against Plastic.