I wrote about my ongoing tattoo design idea on this blog five years ago. That roses concept has stuck with me for a very long time, and I revisited the idea last year when I graduated from my MA. I thought that would be a good point in time to mark, as it very much... Continue Reading →
I first discovered the work of artist Hormazd Narielwalla when he came to talk to my MA group last year about Savile Row. Using discarded tailor's pattern pieces, his artwork brings together many things that fascinate me: the form of the body, the skill of the tailor, death and, of course, art. As Narielwalla had... Continue Reading →
If you're a creative type, how do you spread the word about your work? At all points in their careers, artists, musicians, film makers and designers can find it tricky to reach their target audience and get their work known. If this sounds like you, I'm sure you'll be pleased to hear that an international... Continue Reading →
I was keen to write something for Ada Lovelace Day this year, but have to admit that I've found it extremely tricky to narrow my inspiration down to just one woman. Do I tell you about an ex-colleague, Laura Rodrigues, who is a Professor of Infectious Disease Epidemiology and Head of Faculty at LSHTM? Do... Continue Reading →
One of the winners at this year's Erotic Awards was Ian Bruce, creator of the glorious erotic art book RubiCANE: SOUVENIR. He said before the winners were announced that, if he won one of the golden winged penis trophies, it would be "the omniscient presence on my dining table". I would very much like to... Continue Reading →