Born in Birmingham in 1978.  

 Gemma studied Art at Stourbridge College of Art, she then went onto do a BA in visual communication at Birmingham university and graduated with a first class honours in 2000.  

Continuing her studies she completed an MA in Design and illustration at the Brighton school of Art. 

Gemma Rees spent many years designing stationary products including greeting cards and gift wrap for companies such as the Art group and Gallery Five. 

Having worked in 2D for a longtime Gemma decided to experiment with sculpture and realised how much she enjoyed it. 

Having always loved dogs, they naturally became her first subject matter and have remained so ever since.  

Gemma is especially drawn to lurchers for their hairy and scruffy coats which suits her style perfectly.