I work with artists, museums & galleries, charities and others in Wales and beyond to highlight and disrupt systems of exclusion in the visual arts. In other words: art should be made by and for anyone, but at the moment it’s not, and I work with others to push for change.
Museums & galleries
Need an extra pair of hands on a project? Call me! I can help with bespoke learning resources, exhibition curation, collection research and all kinds of gallery interpretation.
With nearly two decades’ worth of experience of museum work – including working in Learning and Curatorial roles – this is kinda my thing!
My specialisms are museum access; disability representation; Welsh art and artists; and making art relevant and understandable to different audiences.
Artists 1:1 support
People are my priority. I build relationships with empathy and care informed by my own experience of living with chronic health conditions.
Audio Description
People are my priority. I build relationships with empathy and care informed by my own experience of living with chronic health conditions.
Writing
Public speaking
'It’s always a pleasure working with Steph. She packs a lot of knowledge on the subject of art and has the knack of presenting it in an easy to understand way. There’s an integrity to what she does and a reason for doing it which I really admire.'
'Steph has worked with me to take what was a tangle of words about my practice and guided me through transforming it together into a coherent text that communicates the essence of my work. The experience of working with Steph where she has listened, made suggestions and proactively edited is so nourishing to my practice.'
'Steph's expertise and her creative approach to training made it a really enjoyable session, and with her understanding of visual arts interpretation, and extensive experience in this field, we would highly recommend her.'
'Everybody was so moved by your talk. So many people have asked me to thank you in the warmest terms – so so powerful!! With my very warmest thanks – definitely an absolute culmination point of the conference!'
Clients and Collaborators
I’m always open to exploring new ideas. Check out my Projects page for examples of past work, or contact me for a chat.
I have significant professional experience working in the visual arts, with positions including Senior Art Curator and Museum Learning Officer at Amgueddfa Cymru, and Commissioning Editor at Art UK – so I know the sector well.
and a specialist interest in health and illness narratives, Welsh art and artists, and highlighting neglected stories in art. I also support and advocate for artists who face barriers to inclusion.
I believe in collaboration, conversation and community. None of us can do this work alone.
