Stuart's life and work are inspired by location and the people and experiences he encounters there. His interest in rhythm, routine and the sound of everyday life have shaped his methodology, making music, soundtracks and art installations that are inclusive and accessible. His work is often site-responsive and developed with community groups, the public or people who would not consider themselves interested in ‘art’. In this way of working he tries to make sense of the world he lives in and his place within it. Simultaneously, the creations and experiences of others end up intrinsically embedded in his work, creating a rich texture of layers, representing his life and those he has encountered along the way.

Current work

• On The Line - school project based around LTS Railway (now c2c) for Metal
• Series of sound recording workshops with patients at  Farleigh Hospice
• USRNM EP Let's ♥ Everything on Warehouse Decay Records

Recent work

• Spectracube - A/V installation (with Damien Robinson) for the reopening of the TAP gallery
• Resonants - Sound installation for the reopening of the TAP gallery in Southend on 12th Jan 2013
• Audio workshop with Hadleigh and Thundersley Community Archive
• The Folly and the Ivy - Hybernation track featuring on CDr compilation for Clothbound label

The Hadleigh & Thundersley Community Archive worked throughout 2012 with Stuart on Essex County Council’s prestigious HLF – funded “Team Hadleigh” Project.

Stuart was a lynch-pin in the operation, acting variously as Researcher, Director, Project Co-ordinator, Sound Recording Engineer, Interviewer, Editor and Technical Support.

The successful outcome was due in no small measure to Stuart’s expertise, talent, good humour and overall commitment to the Project. The H&TCA editorial team enjoyed working with him and found the experience both stimulating and educational.

David Hurrell 
Editorial Team Member, H&TCA