Dr Abbie Cairns

About

Abbie Cairns is an artist-teacher working in adult community learning. She has recently completed her PhD at Norwich University of the Arts, in which she explores the identity transformation of artist-teachers in ACL.Cairns identifies herself as an artist-teacher and is engaged in both art and teaching practices.Abbie's ManifestoTo remember that I am an artist and teacher at all times and in all places. To recognise the little moment of practice in each day, in the classroom or studio. To sketch more. To experiment with new ideas, materials, and equipment. To select the right opportunities and moments. To create continuously.