CV

Since setting up formartworks in 2006 Heather has created large sculptural pieces for both public and private commissions, worked with schools and community groups and has exhibited in a variety of settings.

Current studio practice explores ideas of the human form and its representation, using a combination of mechanical and traditional hand techniques. Pieces range from life sized busts to ten foot stump carvings and are carved from locally sourced reclaimed wood

Previous work has included creative texts, textiles, installation pieces, mosaic, found objects, collaborative projects with theatre, carving, painting and drawing. Heather has worked with people of all ages across a wide spectrum of needs and abilities, including physical, behavioural and mental health issues.

Workshops

  • 2006 Environmental Awareness through Art, Penistone Youth Centre
  • 2006 Mini Beast Carvings, St Johns J&I School, Huddersfield
  • 2005 Who Am I? Visual Art and Theatre. Mind the Gap Theatre Company
  • 2005 Consultancy on Incluedo, Mind the Gap Threatre Company

Recent Exhibitions

  • 2007 Huddersfield Parish Church 2007 Stansfields of Almonbury, Huddersfield
  • 2006-07 St Johns Church, Golcar, Huddersfield 
  • 2006 HOST, North Light Gallery, Huddersfield
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Location

Born in Sheffield, September 1976
Based in Huddersfield. 

professional training

  • 1997-2000 BA(Hons) Fine Art, Sheffield Hallam University
  • 1994-1997 Foundation and BTEC in Art and Design, Huddersfield Technical College
Head trans wood carving

Buddah head | lime | 45cm

contact

 heather@formartworks.co.uk
01484 640280
07960 493059