Sculptural Intervention in the Public Realm
Sculptural interventions in the public realm have always fascinated me, not just as a way to enhance shared spaces but as a means to inspire, challenge, and engage. Public art has the power to transform spaces into places of discovery, creating moments where people pause, reflect, and interact.
I believe all art in public spaces to be a form of activism. It reclaims space, provokes thought, and amplifies untold stories. Abstraction, in particular, allows for openness, inviting viewers to bring their own narratives and emotions to the work. This dialogue between the art, the space, and the people encountering it is central to my practice, inspired by my background in theatre design.
Much of my work focuses on place-making whilst simultaneously unsettling space, disrupting the everyday with unexpected forms or ideas. These moments of disruption break routines and encourage people to see their environment differently. Whether it’s an abstract installation or a playful mural, creating these pauses in the ordinary is something I find deeply rewarding.
Through sculptural interventions, I hope to bring playfulness, imagination, and connection into public spaces, building worlds that challenge, inspire, and delight.
MANIFESTING 3D FORMS
As they say, you can’t get the commission without having a commission… So, I’m embarking on a journey of model-making and manifesting, with the goal of creating my first permanent 3D public artwork in the near future.
With a background in set design, the process of designing and manufacturing large-scale installations isn’t new to me. However, my sculptural works have, until now, predominantly lived behind theatre doors. Now, I’m excited to take the first steps toward bringing my concepts to life as 3D creations in the public realm.
JOYSPIRATION
As part of my research and development collaboration with immersive media artist Theo Passingham, we created visualisations for 3D installation artworks for an upcoming commission with the Joy in Birkenhead project - a health, arts, and culture initiative for the people of Wirral. In my role as Visual Design Consultant, I will oversee the design and development of several public artworks across the site.
BAUHAUS BALLET
A creative collaboration with artist and sculptor Synnøve Fredericks, funded by Arts Council England. This project explores playful public sculpture, inspired by the movement of ballet and the simplicity of geometric forms, to mark the 100th anniversary of the Bauhaus Triadic Ballet.
DREAMING FUTURES
An inflatable public art installation for This Side of the River Festival: a collaborative artwork created with school groups in partnership with artist Colin Eccleston and myself. Children illustrated their hopes and dreams for their future on the star, crafted from ripstop fabric and decorated with Sharpie pens.
Connecting Souls
The design is a visual exploration of connection, flow, and light. It glows in the dark, adding a mystical dimension to its narrative. Drawing inspiration from ethereal interactions between individuals, the artwork incorporates hand gestures—universal symbols of communication.
These hands are intertwined with waves, representing the ceaseless flow of energy and ideas, creating a harmonious dance of human connection.
The concept of flight—both literal and metaphorical—underscores the illumination that occurs when souls connect, fostering understanding and empathy. This radiant artwork stands as a tribute to the profound bonds that link us all, celebrating the shared human experience in a symphony of visual storytelling.
Collaboratively Designing Sculptural Interventions
Playful workshop sessions sparking collective creativity as we use simple wooden shapes and figures to reimagine public spaces with joyful, interactive installations.
