From New Ideas to Unexpected Opportunities
Sep 06, 2026The past couple of months have brought an exciting new direction in my sculpture practice — and a series of opportunities I could never have anticipated when I first began exploring these new female forms. I started experimenting with new ideas, materials and processes, developing a series of headless female figures. Removing individual identity has […]
A Yorkshire Creative Retreat: Four Days of Clay, Dogs and Making
Jul 23, 2026I’ve just returned from a wonderful few days in Yorkshire — a mini break with some of the dogs, combined with precious time immersed in clay in Yorkshire. While much of the world was caught up in the excitement of the World Cup, my focus was also elsewhere — glorious countryside, sunshine, wagging tails, cool […]
A weekend of sculpture, ceramics and conversations in Birmingham. 10th and 11th July.
Jul 07, 2026I’m looking forward to spending time with my work and meeting visitors at two wonderful Birmingham events this weekend. On Saturday 10th July, I’ll be at the RBSA Gallery from 2pm for a Meet the Artist session, sharing the stories behind my ceramic sculptures, including “Held in Thought” on display in the current RBSA Summer Exhibition, and the inspiration behind […]
Exhibiting at Yardley Arts Summer Open Sculpture Garden
Jun 25, 2026The sunshine has brought the wonderful new Sculpture Garden at Yardley Arts to life, where I am delighted to have two sculptures selected for the Yardley Arts Summer Open. Equs is on display in the Sculpture Garden, while Noble Mariner is featured in the main exhibition. Selected from several hundred entries in this national open call by an esteemed […]
Summer Open 2026 Exhibitions Selections
Jun 08, 2026Showcasing my work selected for major exhibitions across the Midlands and beyond, exploring identity, resilience, memory, empathy and our connection to the equine and natural world. RBSA Summer Show RBSA Summer Show As a newly elected Associate member of The Royal Birmingham Society of Artists and elected into the Birmingham Art Circle, it gives me […]
Layers Unfolding: From Studio to Shoreditch
Apr 13, 2026This year has unfolded with a growing sense of momentum, through selected exhibitions, new gallery representation, and opportunities to share both my work and voice more widely in London and Nationwide. Recent and current exhibitions have placed my sculptures alongside a diverse range of artists, including the greats Tracey Emin, Francis Bacon and Roy Lichtenstein […]
What a Year! Autumn–Winter Studio News & 2025 Reflections
Dec 29, 2025Before sharing recent news, I wanted to say thank you. To everyone who has encouraged, supported, selected and curated my work, or taken the time to engage with it. Your conversations, messages, and quiet belief have meant a great deal and have shaped this incredible year. One of the most significant moments this year has […]
Artistic milestones in August, young talent and a free workshop invitation
Sep 01, 2025Woman in Art Prize 2025 Finalist, Sculpture Category. August has been such an amazing month professionally for me, with both my portrait and equine sculptures selected for two International Open Art Prizes. Born to be seen. A colourful woman is selected as one of the 6 finalists for the Sculpture category for the prestigious Women […]
July news: Shortlists, selections, studio time, sun and smiles!
Jul 31, 2025Woman in Art Prize 2025. Shortlist. Joyous July! So much has happened, and I am still smiling from the news, events, sunshine, rain showers and blackberries! “Dear Gwenda, Exciting! The following entry/entries have been selected to go to the next round (Short List) for the Women in Art Prize 2025. Born to be seen. A […]
June News: Exhibitions galore and figurative life workshop
Jun 30, 2025June has been full of creative energy, exhibitions, private views, and unexpected moments of inspiration. While I didn’t get as much time with clay as I’d have liked, the month has been so rich in artistic encounters, meaningful feedback, and conversations that will stay with me. Society of Women Artists’ 164th Annual Exhibition. A standout […]