My Mosaic Journey

From a life-changing trip to Honduras to running a full-time mosaic studio.

The Spark (2014)

My obsession with mosaics started back in 2014 while travelling through Central America. On the island of Utila in Honduras, I stumbled across a bar completely covered in mosaic—every single surface glinted with broken glass, porcelain, tiles, bottles, and stones. It had all been created by an incredible 90-year-old local artist who was still there, working away piece by piece. I was instantly hooked.

8+ Years Experience

Creating custom mosaic artwork and bespoke furniture.

3+ Years Teaching

Guiding new students through mosaic techniques and tools.

50+ Commissions

Bespoke portraits, interiors, and mixed-media installations.

The Rocking Chair & A New Focus

As soon as I got home, I signed up for weekly classes. My very first project was the rocking chair, and from that point on, I couldn’t stop. Working with my hands became a proper escape from my high-pressure corporate job—a grounding, meditative process that completely reset my focus and gave me a creative outlet.

When Life Changed

When the pandemic hit, I was furloughed and eventually made redundant. Firmly set against returning to corporate banking, I spent two years working as a bicycle food courier to pay the bills while completely throwing myself into my art. I made pieces to sell online, ran mosaic competitions, and poured everything into building a real practice.

A Balanced Future

Coming out of the pandemic, I faced the reality that relying solely on art for a full-time living is a tough road! I decided to balance things out by taking on a supportive administrative role alongside my mosaic studio. Now, I have the best of both worlds: taking on custom commissions, teaching workshops, and running classes.

Having earned a scholarship for my diploma in mosaic studies, I’ve got the technical training and practical experience to tackle almost any creative project you can throw at me.

Ready to start your own mosaic journey?

Explore my portfolio or book a workshop to see the magic for yourself.