Since December 2003 I have worked extensively with papier mâché materials and have sculpted some diverse pieces of art.  My very first sculpture was a large snowman for the Tourist Information Centre’s Christmas window using the tried and tested newspaper strips and wallpaper glue method.  I was encouraged by the wonderful comments customers gave me and as a result began entering local art exhibitions; this led me to join a non-profit art organisation called the East Riding Artists who actively encourage artistically talented people who live in East Yorkshire.

Over the years I have learnt of the many ways to create papier mâché sculptures and have now moved on from the newspaper strips.  I now use a pulp made from tissue paper and PVA glue; the uses of this puree is only limited by the human imagination.  When the recipe dries it produces a very robust finish and has allowed me to extend my repertoire of abilities from animal sculptures to very detailed and elegant figurines.

My Website has procured commissions from Aston Villa Football Club and the Big Brother 11 House and towards the end of June 2011 I will be displaying a solo exhibition of Alice in Wonderlands ‘the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party’ at Burton Constable Hall near Hull.  For this exhibition I have made all the clothing each character is wearing, which allows me to delve into my love of sewing.

I would love to hear from anyone who is interested in placing an order or just wanting to learn about how to use papier mâché in general.