Walking, research and performance are the core processes of my art practice, which I combine to explore the traces we leave through the simple act of walking. Through linking moments of history with my own and others’ experiences, my work provides both a historical and contemporary exploration of the human trace.
During the development of my practice, in-depth research and contemplation of trace led to my own environmental concerns growing. This, alongside other considerations, has resulted in a practice that has very few material outputs and is not documented in any digital or electronic forms.
Within my performances I use opposition and contradiction to open-up the space for in-depth theoretical thought. This allows me to make my own proposition about trace, walking and the landscape; to encourage my audience to consider the traces we constantly leave.
Participation is integral to both the performance and research that take place within my art practice. Through using guided walks as a space for open conversation, I discuss the participant's own knowledge and experience of trace, collecting anecdotes that support my historical and theoretical research. These anecdotes and opinions form part of the inspiration for the resulting performance, which I continually edit and update as I collect further research material.
I recently graduated from Lancaster University with a BA in Fine Art and am currently on a year out of study before hoping to complete a MA in Contemporary Art Practice through which I hope to continue exploring walking and our connections with the rural landscape. I would also love to complete some collaborative work and enjoy hearing other people's thoughts.
