I am a researcher who works in partnership with creative and cultural organisations to help them reflect on their practice and increase the impact of their work.
I specialise in using digital, creative and participatory methods in research and evaluation.
My own research is focused on children's Cultural Worlds, especially children's Literature and film. I am fascinated by the relationship between the stories created for children and the stories children create.
Children describe their play, based on film.
My doctoral research focused on children's play, talk, reading and making of film. This animated film highlights the key findings: in the 21st century children need opportunities to tell stories in different media (not just in writing).
The animation and these images were created by the talented Louis Cochrane.
Research and Evaluation Partner for Children's Capital of Culture: Rotherham
Research and Evaluation Partner for Chol Arts, Imaginary Communities Programme
