With Cooperative3e, Vaasa, Finland.

Starting in May 2024, we will host inclusive, multi-lingual community group meetings on a regular basis to delve into topics of sustainable living and regenerative approaches, with a focus on fashion and textiles and related suggestions. Together, we'll pinpoint local challenges and collaboratively explore solutions drawing from the perspectives of the circular economy.

Additionally, our series of expert-led workshops will ignite creativity and imagination, whilst imparting valuable practical skills.

Funded by STEA

With Cooperative 3e, Vaasa, Finland.

I am exploring the application of screen-printed ink crafted from natural dyes and pigments as opposed to commercial screen-printing inks, particularly on textiles.

My objective is to cultivate artisanal products and eco-friendly processes for 3e.

Supporting their inclusive and sustainable communities

Essex, UK. 2022

As a consultant to the artisan lighting company Lam Lighting, I helped develop their eco plan during their start-up phase.

A focus was placed on the value of their resources (captured, missing and potential) according to perspectives from the Circular Economy alongside their future learning and sustainability goals.

Norfolk, UK. 2017/18.

A programme of arts events (funded by Arts Council England) promoting engagement and participation among older residents and those at risk of social isolation in rural communities. Arts events usually destined for big cities were organised in small local libraries and village halls! These joyful events truly had a positive impact, see what some participants had to say here.

The Silver Social was nominated for the National Campaign for the ‘Hearts For the Arts’ Awards 2019.

Norwich, Norfolk, UK. 2015-17

The refurbishment and development of the old ‘Ponds’ shoe shop into a thriving venue based on the values of kindness to people, planet and animals for TMK Charity. The venue housed an ethical shop focused on sustainability and educating the public, a vegetarian cafe, a social enterprise hub and an events space for many community activities. A real team effort fuelled by the enthusiasm of the volunteers and a shared desire to spread kindness and connect with others. The ShoeBox Enterprises took over the cafe and building in 2021.

London, UK. 2013

I curated an art exhibition at the London branch of MSI, located in the Insurance triangle of the East End of London, close to an area synonymous with creativity and originality.

Exhibiting artists: Kirsty Harris, Kev Clarke, Ceri Isaac (image above courtesy of Ceri Isaac), Ben Varney, Elizabeth Grant, Florin Ungureanu, Jeemin Lee, Jane Oldfield, Caro Halford, Charley Peters, Johnny Lighthands and Laurie Nouchka.

Khadi London - a knowledge base for khadi and regenerative textiles, supporting through consultancy services, action-research, education, speaking assignments and networking

Xen Arts (UK)- creating arts opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to access positive ways of expressing, communicating and breaking barriers through ‘creative connections’

Care4Calais - a volunteer-run refugee charity working with refugees in the UK, France and Belgium

Sweet Arts - was a not-for-profit creative wellbeing organisation supporting vulnerable women in Norfolk, England