I'm Dan, the creative mind behind The Rubbish Artist. I make art from the ordinary and discarded, such as furniture, stage sets, stop-motion worlds, sculptures, characters and interior design - giving overlooked things a second life.

 

I started creating with my children around the kitchen table, and through that, I reconnected with my family and found purpose after my CPTSD diagnosis. Art became my way of reclaiming worth, and now I help others find meaning and joy through what might otherwise be forgotten.

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At the moment, my practice is growing. I’ve just completed my MA in Creative Practice at Leeds Art University, and I’m a Creative in Residence there, planning how to bring The Rubbish Artist to life commercially.

 

My first goal is simple: to create and sell work, both in person and online, sharing it with people who’ll love it and interact with it.

 

Others can help by providing opportunities to collaborate, referrals for workshops and talks, or guidance through funding and mentorships.

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Ultimately, my work is about turning life’s rubbish into creative gold — connecting, inspiring, and reminding us that even the overlooked has value.