About

The inspiration for my work comes from an overwhelming love & fascination with the natural world & all its glorious flora & fauna. My paper sculptures are constructed from wire, papermache, relevant pages from vintage books and recycled cotton rag papers. Using recycled/reclaimed materials I aim to bring an environmental focus to my work. I use a variety of techniques to describe & build character to the subject bringing life & vibrancy to each piece. I also aim to capture momentary expression, mood, detail & narrative within my work.

I adore paper as a medium & love the beauty & simplicity of creating my pieces from a medium that is so widely used by so many on a daily basis. It’s the potential of paper & what it might be able to become which sparks my imagination. I find the delicate yet strong characteristics of paper make it an interesting & versatile material to work with. It is this contradictory nature which fascinates me & its ability to continually reinvent itself never seizes to amaze & continues to push me forward developing new ideas & techniques.

Suzanne studied BTEC ND in design  at Mid-Warwickshire college, she went on to study HND Photography at Bradford & Ilkley Community College & a BA(hons) Technical Arts Design for Film & Theatre at Wimbledon School of Art, London graduating in 2000. She has experience working as a model maker for film, set decorator & dresser for tv & working on community film projects. Suzanne also has experience as an arts facilitator in primary schools & community workshops. She regularly exhibits her work at contemporary craft fairs and selected galleries. Suzanne currently lives in Eastbourne, East Sussex, UK with her family.