Commissioned by The Woodland Trust, in partnership with Ruth Thompson we remade the Durham Miner. For greater strength and durability we used a metal frame, I wove the head and hands with wire, and we used oak strips for his clothing. He has proved very popular for photo opportunities and is a mascot to a local running club.
I am very excited to be one of four artists commissioned for Durham Cathedral's Open Treasure Project, Recreating The Community. I am to produce a piece inspired by the 'Cuthbert Silks' and the coffin of St Cuthbert. This is to be a felt cloak. I shall be updating you on it's progress.
So how has my commission been developing?
To demonstrate the support of Northumberland National Park for our Sheep Tales Event at The Glendale Show, I exhibited my large willow curlew. They liked it so much this table top version was commissioned by them for their events.