What is your earliest memory? My earliest memory is from when I was two years old, on holiday, when my dad got me a fishing net. He convinced me that the plastic fish were real, and I tried to eat them.
What drew you to The Stove? What interested me most about The Stove is that everyone is on the same team—it’s like one big family striving to make things better for everyone.
Which person do you most admire, and why? I admire anyone who can go through a huge ordeal and still manage to smile at the end of the day.
What time of the day do you like most? I love seeing the sunset. It’s so relaxing, and I find the softer tones of light more calming.
Share your hopes and dreams for The Stove? I hope The Stove continues to thrive and becomes the main attraction of Dumfries and Galloway.
What’s something that you found yourself enjoying that you never thought you would? I walk a lot and still find so much joy in it.
Which film changed your life? Ratatouille—I imagine all the little rats in Dumfries cooking away while the chefs are distracted.
What keeps you in and around Dumfries? The Stove and my family.
What’s been the most exciting part of the Stove process for you? Seeing the building come together and the development of the Young Stove.
What songs do you carry closest to your heart? Blue Velvet—my dad always sang this to my mum.
What do you consider your greatest achievement? My daughter.
Where’s your favourite place to be in D&G? The Stove.
What makes you happiest? Paintings that work out.
Tell us your passion? My art and my daughter, Daisy.
The Young Stove’s first collective exhibition, Not to Be Sold Separately, will open at The Stove on Friday, 11th September. The opening will feature performances, live art, and installation events. More details about Not to Be Sold Separately will be shared soon.
Are you aged 16 to 30 and interested in the arts? Find out more about the Young Stove.
