I am the curator of the collection and the gallery exhibitions. My role involves all aspects of caring for, curating and championing the collection. I curate at least one exhibition a term, working with the Committee, the collection and contemporary artists. I have a background in contemporary arts and exhibitions, with a specialist interest in architecture, photography, dress and social history. I work for the Committee on a part-time basis, and enjoy delving into the collection to learn more about the individual artworks. 

I’m a third-year student studying English, and previously was Co-char of the Committee. On hearing about the Art Fund shortly after joining Pembroke last year, I was taken aback by the scale of impact it had not only on the cultural life of the college, but also on the financial side. I knew that it was something with which I wanted to be involved, having a personal interest in contemporary photography.

Since I arrived in Pembroke I’ve been lucky enough to have pictures from the Art Collection on the wall of my office and it’s a wonderful opportunity to give something back as the Governing Body nominee on the Art Fund Committee.  I have always enjoyed art and visiting galleries, so it has been great to be able to learn more about how galleries work and to get to know the collection here closely.

I am a trustee on the committee.