I’m a creative researcher.
I draw on my combined practice-based and academic background.
I’m a creative researcher.
I draw on my combined practice-based and academic background.
I’ve found that this gives me a truly empathetic approach to user-centred design and people-based research. I’m happiest blending a variety of research methods to find innovative ways to make new discoveries.
Research methods
I’m experienced in people-centred research, visual analysis and material culture.
Qualitative interviewing: oral history, ethnographic-style interviews
Survey design
Object analysis: museum collections, archives, personal collections
Visual analysis: all visual media including print and online media, photography, art, performance, film
Textual analysis: close-readings of creative and academic writing
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Education
2017-present (p/t): Techne-AHRC PhD candidate.
London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London.2015-2017: MA Fashion Cultures: History and Culture (Distinction).
London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London2009-2012: BA (hons) Costume with Performance Design (1st).
Arts University at Bournemouth
Awards
I’m honoured to have won several grants and scholarships to support my research and studies.
Techne full PhD studentship, Arts & Humanities Research Council, UKRI
Fashion Matters Project Bursary, London College of Fashion
Pasold Textiles Research Grant
Costume Society Yarwood Award
Yorkshire Ladies’ Council of Education Award
Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship, University of the Arts London
Access To Learning Fund, University of the Arts London
Erasmus+ Study Abroad Grant
I am incredibly grateful to these organisations for all the support and assistance. Thank you so much!