I am a visual artist specialising in social practice and publishing. From my research interest in contemporary manifestations of the commons, my practice sits between artistic research, grassroots organising, and independent publishing. This position recognises that the worlds we inhabit—both physical and internal—are inseparably linked, and that they call for curiosity, solidarity, and a commitment to imagining different futures.
In 2023 I estabished Of Source! Press, an independent micro-publisher specialising in Risograph printing and social practice. The press publishes limited edition print works and objects which present interpretations, narratives and critiques of the contemporary commons. The framework of a publishing press allows me to build a catalogue which looks in on the commons, through published material which presents writing alongside photographs and drawings unfolding across sequences and series. Within the framework of the press I also produce works in collaboration, engaging with experts from different sectors and experiences, to explore different conceptual viewpoints on the commons.
In 2024 I co-founded Inkling, I work with groups through a person centred approach, using codesign methods to produce works which harness the power of publishing. These projects are rooted in lived experience and designed to resonate with future audiences.
In addition to my artistically driven practice I work in the third sector in community development, prioritising intersectional accessibility. I am a strong advocate for the Slow and Open Source movements, and I publish resources under an open source licence as part of my practice. My manifesto for Open Source Ideologies in Community Engagement and Participatory Art can be found HERE