Intro..
Intro..
I craft immersive, experimental digital media experiences, drawing on my background in Fine Art and Multimedia Design. I explore sensory narratives to create safe, enriching learning environments. A significant aspect of my practice is weaving narrative landscapes that embrace neurodiversity, a passion rooted in my own experiences.
Much of my work center's around a fascination with water and its vital importance to the planet — from a project on Bass Rock, a volcanic plug off the coast of North Berwick, Scotland, and the folklore surrounding the island, to Baden Project Berlin, which explores Berlin’s waterways as a therapeutic resource within its urban environment. I also have an ongoing interest in space travel and its archival history, from early projects to my current work, Apolune: Systems Normal.
Lately, I have been integrating performance with film installation in Apolune: Systems Normal, utilizing my expertise in Moving Image, VFX, Projection Mapping, and Sculpture. In 2024, I completed a theatre development residency with CRIPtic Arts, culminating in a performance at the Barbican Centre's Pit Theatre.
The project is a collaboration with theatre maker and actor Peyvand Sadeghian. Our residency focused on innovating and expanding the theatrical experience. With support from Arts Council England through Seed funding, we are continuing development with future residencies at Artsadmin’s Toynbee Studios and the Attenborough Arts Centre throughout the year.
Art Direction, Set Design, Experimental Moving Image, Immersive Theatre,
Experimental Film, Projection Mapping.
Lecture of Creative Media and Spacial Design - Associate Lecturing Positions at:
University of Arts,
Catalyst/Film school of Visual Media
Big Creative Academy (Ofsted Outstanding)
BRIT School
I specialise in crafting experimental documentaries that transcend traditional boundaries, transformed into immersive, multi-sensory installations. My creations use film and moving image with projections interacting with audiences through interactive narratives and sensory experiences.
My artistic journey has been shaped by my educational journey, to understand my practice today it's important to highlight the importance of my education and teaching practice. I started with a Fine Art Foundation specialising in sculputure, that followed on to a Fine Art BA with a focus on Sculpture. It was during this time that I discovered my interest in experimental Moving Image within the realm of Fine Art.
BADEN, exhibition documentation, 4K video, 3’ 07”, 2017: Projection reflections of water
EINBRECHER, exhibition documentation, 4’ 09”, 2018: Logo for EINBRECHER
GLACIAL WATERS, exhibition documentation, 6’ 35”, 2018: Almaty Kazakhstan
GLACIAL WATERS, exhibition documentation, 6’ 35”, 2018: Drone footage Glacier (Sponsored by DJI Drones)
Recognising the potential to combine this passion with sculpture, I transitioned to a program that could accommodate my interdisciplinary approach moving to a Graphic arts and Design Course where I could access the necessary teaching and equipment to create moving image. Upon completion, I earned a First-Class BA Honours in Graphic Arts and Design.
Seeking further specialisation, I pursued a Master's degree at Edinburgh College of Art, where I delved deeper into Film Installation.
Here, I honed my skills and focused on the fusion of Film and Spatial Design to create Immersive Experiences.
To broaden my understanding of Moving Image techniques, I pursued a Postgraduate Diploma in Film and Media Production at the Northern Media School, specialising in Direction and Post-Production Editing.
ICE BADEN, exhibition documentation, 4K video, 4’ 29”, 2018
ICE BADEN, exhibition documentation, 4K video, 4’ 29”, 2018
This intensive program provided me with invaluable insight into conveying meaning through subliminal editing techniques, such as the Kuleshov effect and Montage Editing. The knowledge and skills acquired through these educational experiences have enriched my practice in film installation.
BADEN, exhibition documentation, 4K video, 3’ 07”, 2017
Within my artistic practice, I delve into the intersection of documentary storytelling and education, intertwining these elements to create immersive experiences that resonate with diverse audiences.
Through innovative narratives, I aim to engage all five senses, providing a holistic and inclusive journey for both neurotypical and neurodiverse viewers.
My background as an educator informs my approach, as I design experiences that not only entertain but also facilitate learning, reflection and personal growth. By carefully considering the aims, objectives, and learning outcomes, I strive to tailor each experience to accommodate the varied needs and perspectives of the audience.
My interest lies in crafting experiences that transcend traditional boundaries, fostering empathy, understanding, and connection among viewers of all backgrounds.
Whether through tactile installations, audiovisual immersion, or interactive elements, I aim to create spaces where storytelling becomes a shared experience, enriching the lives of those who engage with it.
As a neurodiverse creative I hope to offer a unique perspective on storytelling that engages similar audiences.
BADEN NACHT, exhibition documentation, 2’ 27”, 2017
ICE BADEN, exhibition documentation, 4K video, 4’ 29”, 2018: Hollogram
ICE BADEN, exhibition documentation, 4K video, 4’ 29”, 2018: Hologram
ICE BADEN, exhibition documentation, 4K video, 4’ 29”, 2018: Project Logo
ICE BADEN, exhibition documentation, 4K video, 4’ 29”, 2018: Local Berlin bather participating in the immersive freezing experience
THE TELEVISION ASTRONAUT: Leeds Becket University. Interactive Film Installation. The film centres on a young adult who is fascinated and curious about space, as they watch TV the TV acts as a portal to escapism and adventure. the film centres on a housing estate with high rise buildings called Little London in Leeds, the windows within the high rise form additional TV screens.
Lady Vendredi Theatre performer: I Directed and Created the Sets for Lady Vendredi Drawing on vodou ritual, experimental performance, Jacobean revenge tragedies and West African dance practices
Lady Vendredi Theatre performer: I Directed and Created the Sets for Lady Vendredi Drawing on vodou ritual, here we see a furturistic metal object lifted telepathically from a West African influenced shrine
Organisations I have worked with...