Education
1988-89 - Salford College of Technology - Art Foundation
1989-92 - Bretton Hall College of the University of Leeds- Bachelor of arts with Honours: major: Art & Design minor: Dance
Career
1992 to date - Continue to develop Art Practice.
Developing experimentally with techniques and materials, therefore constantly analysing and refining art works. This analysis is carried through to Business development.
Carrie has been involved with studio groups and artist groups in west Yorkshire. She is involved with Networking Groups and was active in implementing Artist Networking in her locality to unite and inspire creative people.
1993 to date - Education and learning has been an ongoing commitment and dedication. Working within the Formal Education Environment and the Wider Community such as The Yorkshire Sculpture Park and Local Colleges. The impetus for teaching and facilitation is the belief in creation as a process and creative participation and development for all.
Paintings shown in group and solo exhibitions Nationally, Europe and USA. Work in private collections in the UK and abroad.
Exhibitions
Selected type and venue of Exhibition from 1993 - 2007
Solo
Current Art Works, Fundraising for Charities.
Group
“Shine” International Women's exhibition, “Recycled”, National Touring Exhibition, Artist Exchange to Germany, Arts Council Funded London.
Open Art Shows, Regional Exhibitions, Craft and Design Centres.
Events
Art Fairs, Arts festivals and Open Studios.
Teaching
Education and Community
The creative process is an invaluable journey encouraging therapeutic effects by the action alone. At the core of Education and Facilitation is the belief in creative participation, empowerment and development for all.
Examples of Themes and Group Types
Further Education
Drawing and Painting
Art for the Family
Introduction to Jewellery
Secondary School & Business
Artist in Residency
The Yorkshire Sculpture Park
Sculpture
Community Groups
Painting and Drawing
Crafts
Sculpture
Young Offenders
Painting and Drawing