I am an artist and educator based in West London, with over 40 years of experience in creating art and 30 years of teaching experience. I was born in East Africa, Tanzania, and moved to England in 1967.

My practice explores the idea that textiles carry our stories, stimulate our memories, and express our beliefs. I am particularly interested in examining the hidden meanings behind textiles, looking beyond their purely aesthetic qualities.

This exploration has led me to re-examine the colours, patterns, and symbolism associated with traditional Indian textiles. At first glance, the ornamentation can captivate the viewer. While I am fascinated by their decorative qualities, my focus is on how these textiles are used to narrate the stories of their makers, as well as the history and memories they embody. The narrative and aesthetic qualities are equally important to my practice. The aim is to celebrate tradition, yet create a new relevant contemporary dialogue.

I make large mixed media hangings, paper and fabric collages using print-making techniques such as monotypes, collagraphs, and screen prints. Other processes include dyeing and decolourant. The work develops through layers of marks, patterns, and text with the final layer of hand stitching.