Having studied my BA Ceramics and MA Ceramic Design at Staffordshire University I joined Wedgwood as a Junior designer and progressed to Design Manager for both Wedgwood and Royal Doulton during my tenure. In 2020 I established my Design Consultancy offering design services for homewares. I also design and make my own collections which I exhibit nationally.
With a passion for creating meaningful objects informed by changing consumer needs, I have extensive experience in setting creative design orientations leading to globally successful designs. Working with many companies and licensed design partners, I understand the value of brand creation, both as an individual designer maker or creative within a larger organisation. A key aspect being to establish and maintain the core essence of the brand in all visual aspects, from product design through to graphics, packaging and photography.
Professional memberships and activities
- Member of Find a Maker by Craft Festival
- Member of the Design Trust
Academic qualifications
- PGCHPE Staffordshire University
- FHEA MA Ceramic Design, Staffordshire University
- BA Ceramics, Staffordshire University
Expertise
- 3d design
- 3d printing
- Concept development
- Ceramic design
Research interests
- 3d printing in ceramics
- 3d printing in eco PLA
- Changing consumer behaviours
- Design trends
- Concept development
Enterprise and commercial interests
I lead the L5 Design, Make, Manufacture module.
I have extensive experience of working within the Ceramics and Homewares Industries, with both UK and International design brands and have instigated live client briefs with John Lewis and Nambe.
I am a Design Consultant offering design services to international clients from concept development through to technical manufacturing handover.
I am a designer-maker who 3d prints in eco PLA (bio-plastics)
I sell my collection through my website, independent retailers, Art and Design Gallery’s and trade shows.
Teaching
Module Leader for:
- L6 Final Major Project
- L4 Material Exploration
- L5 Commercial Design Practice
Teaching on:
- L4 Creative Cultures: Making, Research and Reflection
- L4 Sustainability Society and Impact
- L5 Design for Production
- L6 Contextual and Critical Investigation
Supporting students with:
- Trend research
- Mood board generation
- Concept development
- Sketching 3d design - Rhino specialist
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Co-ordinating live client briefs
- Academic mentoring