Having known and worked closely with her on a number of projects over the last five years, it was apparent from day one the kind of person she was in this sort of working environment and the natural sensibility she brings to the work inside it.

Catherine's attitude and communication to the history behind any costume piece, down to the trim of a cloak, a button or belt buckle, stands ahead of the vast majority of men and women working in that field. Not only does she naturally have the skill and understanding to evolve and expand the way she works in terms of techniques, applications and materials, her process culminates in an end result that firmly anchors any character into their environment with a strong and convincing visual silhouette whether it be on stage or screen, wide or closeup.

In the foundation of a world down to the smallest detail with the highest level of precision means that her handy work is apparent but never unwelcome. Catherine is as reliable as her pieces are and that is a reason that, after five years, her name is still at the top of my list.