Curatorial & Creative Practice

Over more than 15 years, I have developed and curated multi-arts programs, public experiences and participatory projects that bring people together through culture, creativity and play. My practice sits at the intersection of curatorial thinking, creative producing and cultural development, creating spaces for dialogue, connection and meaningful cultural exchange.

I have shaped artistic and public programs for internationally recognised festivals and cultural events, including Woodford Folk Festival, ‍ ‍BIGSOUND and the Queensland Music Awards. My programming foundations are grounded in our shared humanity and custodianship for our world, giving respect to our First Nations people and acknowledging that Treaty has not taken place in Australia. My programming aims to be inquisitive, inclusive, conversational and playful - opening space for exchange. I aim for integrity in the complexity. Finding beauty and commonality in the friction. Never too far from my folk-roots, I believe that art, culture and music are essential social expression creating dialogue and diplomacy- the foundations for peace and healing.

My curatorial work spans overseeing live music and multi-arts entertainment programming, and conference programs for Woodford Folk Festival, The Planting and BIGSOUND. Often working with significant national partners, I created series such as Rites of Passage, Environment and Our Rights Under Law and The Fix Australia Think Tank as well as the ABC Live Podcast series. Across these programs, I have worked with incredible scientists, artists, engineers, journalists, poets, authors, economists, academics and a number of politicians to create thoughtful public conversations that encourage participation, reflection and exchange.

As a creative producer, I have originated and delivered large-scale social participatory works including Festival of Fortune and Nests, and with Folly Games - Monster Siege, A Village Called and Jugger Siege—projects that transform public space into shared experiences of play, imagination and collective creativity.

My practice has extended across significant cultural institutions. At State Library of Queensland, I developed engagement programs for children and families, including An Extraordinary Day, a whole-of-library celebration marking the institution's 120th anniversary and the after-dark adult series Dangerous Fridays. For Arts Tasmania, I collaborated with the shell necklace makers of Lutruwita/Tasmania to support branding and export pathways, contributing to the development of the Luna Kunalartija (Shell Necklace Woman) exhibition. I also conceived AIR (Artists in Radio), an initiative connecting Tasmanian musicians with new audiences through local radio.

Today, I continue to collaborate as a guest curator, creative producer and artistic programmer, working with organisations to develop cultural experiences, public programs and creative initiatives that are collaborative, place-responsive and grounded in meaningful participation.

Alongside this work, I maintain an independent studio practice. I write reflection pieces, poetry and songs and occasionally perform. I work with clay to create functional ceramic forms inspired by the landscapes and places that have shaped my life. Across all aspects of my practice, I remain interested in how creative expression can deepen connection, bring forth true challenge and change and help people experience places, ideas and each other in deeper ways.

Let’s Talk Culture

I love talking about how culture creates real impact across industries, and I'm known for making complex ideas feel exciting and actionable. I break down silos between sectors to find the common ground that makes cultural value click for diverse audiences..

I'm available for keynotes, panels, commissioned writing, radio and workshops. Here's what I'm into:

  • Why culture matters (everywhere) – How does culture strengthen social impact? Can we measure its role in education, tourism, or sports? Short answer: yes, and the frameworks are more interesting than you'd think. I help audiences understand the connectivity between sectors and why that matters for their work.

  • Understanding cultural engagement today – I bring current insights on audience behaviour and cultural participation in Australia and globally, with the context you need to see where things are shifting and why it matters.

Get in touch if you want someone who brings the research and the energy.