Sam Hobbs is currently studying on the Master of Fine Arts programme at The University of Brighton. Sam takes uplifting and powerful messages found in traditional mining union banners, alongside her personal history growing up in the North East of England, and makes connections with current issues facing working people across the UK.

As well as embellishing an original National Rail jacket and an old boiler suit, Sam has adapted garments worn by workers in different industries, highlighting concerns over fair pay and conditions. Working with traditional letterpress techniques, she has also produced a collection of A3 prints to show alongside these garments.