Influences from the 1980’s Memphis design movement, USA West Coast funk and contemporary ceramics are evident in my work. The Memphis design’s bold colours, geometric shapes and playful patterns resonate in my use of vibrant hues and unconventional forms. West Coast funk’s energetic and eclectic style can be seen in the dynamic and rhythmic composition of this piece and an emphasis on texture and materiality reflects the influence of contemporary ceramics inspiring me to be innovative with attention to surface detail creating a tactile reponse to the medium of glass.