Graduated in 2026 in Fine Art Foundation
What course did you attend at Coastland College?
I initially started on the Fine Art Foundation course, then chose to continue for my Foundation Degree in Fine Art.
What do you plan to go onto do after graduating?
I have already started at Bath Spa University to complete my BA (Hons) in Fine Art, once I have completed that I am considering pursuing a Masters, either at Bath or in the Netherlands (where my husband is from). I have already started my own art business and practice – Studio Ekster -, which I will continue to develop and grow this alongside my studies.
Is there any recent artwork and where it is featured?
Yes! I am currently working on a project that looks at the objectification of females, historically and presently in art and media, how this has systemically affected our society, men’s actions towards women, and how we view ourselves.
I am honoured to have a piece of my work selected for the exhibition “I Am And I Be”, at The House Of Smalls, in Edinburgh. It centres around the elimination of violence against women and activism against gender-based violence, and is a selection of work by female artists expressing their experiences and truths.
My piece is titled “The Chopping Block”. It is a photographical study in the style of the Dutch still life and renaissance painters. The symbolism of fruit in art has long been used to represent a sexual connotation. However, when used to create a still from a woman’s perspective, the violence and force of the act is forefront, tangible and uncomfortably relatable. There is no going back, no undoing what harm has been done.
One of the greatest attributes that Coastland College has, that I would recommend to every student who wishes to push their practice, is the willingness and generosity of its teachers and technicians
How was your time at coastland college?
One of the greatest attributes that Coastland College has, that I would recommend to every student who wishes to push their practice, is the willingness and generosity of its teachers and technicians. Not just those in relation to my course, but across photography, digital media, performing arts and construction. I would talk to them and ask their advice on projects and I would receive a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm in return. One of the best projects I created at Coastland College was in collaboration with the Photography department at the 2025 FSAL festival at Kingston Maurward – which could not have been done without their incredible insight.