Today, Amy is a British contemporary painter based in London, however she spent more time at Manwood’s than most OMs ever have. “Manwoods was my home for the first sixteen years of my life. Both of my parents lived and worked at the school (Mike and Jan Judd ran boarding at The Grange from 1981-1989 and then the Lodge from 1989-1997), providing me with a unique and cherished childhood. Many days were spent exploring the expansive school grounds and swimming in the pool. To this day, my dreams often transport me back to those familiar buildings and moments, with memories that remain vivid and deeply treasured.”
Amy’s work draws upon the deep connections between women and nature as explored through folklore and mythology. Her titles often allude to stories from the Greek and Roman Gods to Chinese mythology as well a focus on Gaelic tales from Ireland and Wales. Her recurring themes are of the natural world’s inherent strength and fragility. Her practice is also an exploration of the fluid and often contradictory nature of femininity. Central to Amy’s work is her joy of painting; focusing on creating luminous light and form—whether it be the graceful curve of a neck or the delicate edge of a petal. Oversized, sculptural flora or fauna sit surreally alongside soft skin tones or delicate fabrics creating a striking visual dialogue. The powerful, ambiguous relationship between women and nature serves as the foundation for this obsession, resulting in work that is both sumptuous and seductive: a constant endeavour to create something beautiful.
The Wall 2026/2027