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Burn Back is a collaborative publication by award-winning poet Nick Allen and artist Paula Dunn, published by Panic Press. A reflective and quietly powerful publication, shaped by place, loss, and a shared commitment to the landscape they call home.

A behind-the-scenes look at how Atmospheric Landscapes: Using Oils and Cold Wax came to life — from the first unexpected email to the final printed book. This series shares the messy, surprising, and rewarding process of turning years of painting experience into words on a page.

Boundaries is an exhibition inspired by two years exploring the North York Moors National Park. The paintings explore the physical and historic features—wetlands, riggs, ancient pathways, and holloways—that shape and divide the landscape. Presented alongside poetry by Nick Allen, the exhibition reveals the traces of human history and natural forces, inviting viewers to experience the moors as rich, layered, and alive with hidden stories.

I have had two solo exhibitions with Studio Vault over the years and I love having my work with there so you can imagine how thrilled I was to be one of just a handful of artists invited to exhibit as part of the ten-year anniversary show. Emily doesn’t usually set themes for exhibitions—she encourages artists to create from instinct and inspiration. But for this show, I wanted to reflect her joyful celebration of colour.

Saltaire Art Gallery recently invited me to speak at the Saltaire Arts Trail—an inspiring celebration of local creativity. In this piece, I share how I made the transition from a university career to becoming a full-time artist, building a sustainable art practice rooted in place, process, and passion.