‘Eclipse’ is the name for a collection of moths

My aim is for my artwork to eclipse the horrors of a brutal attack on my life many years ago.

That night I tried to run to the safety of the streetlights ahead of me. Moths are nocturnal and attracted to light. Here the moths represent a life of untarnished beauty. For me the creative process transforms negativity into positivity.

I’m interested in the detail and enchantment of moths. I use coloured pastel to explore their fascinating symmetrical designs; each large-scale drawing describes intricate patterns and delicate structures.

Visitors to the exhibition are invited to participate in eclipsing any adverse aspect of their lives, by pinning a white paper moth onto a large moon. This action acts a symbol of restoration and regeneration. Throughout the course of the show these individual moths, representing the power of healing, will eclipse the light of the moon.

This enchanting exhibition of new work is held in the sanctity of the historic building of St Paul’s Church, in Bedford, my hometown.

Contributions of sales of prints will go to The Centre for Women’s Justice.