I am fascinated by the natural world, our connection to it and our place within it. I am interested in our desire to transcend, to move beyond what we know. The cycle of the seasons and of life changes accordingly and I am interested in moving my practice forward through exploring this dichotomy. Birds and feathers are an important element in my creative practice. I’m inspired by the way birds move, their plumage, their otherness. They are freer; their ability to fly suggests a means of escape, implying there is something to escape from. They are symbols of transcendence, linking the physical to the spiritual world. This theme occurs in myths and stories across cultures and throughout history. In my practice they represent us, our spirits and a desire to transcend and change. Through my practice I wish also to share the sense of joy and wonderment that the natural world, and in particular seeing birds, gives me. By bringing awareness to these subjects I aim to promote curiosity, respect and joy leading to greater understanding and a desire to protect.