Born and brought up in Staffordshire, Goodhead displayed much promise and raw talent towards the subject of art in its various forms from an early age, and therefore it shocked no-one to learn that Goodhead wanted to heighten and further her interest and skillset within a higher educational surround. She secured herself a weekend job doing commission work to her fund her way through Uni and her immediate life on successful completion of her course.
Hayley’s witty and distinctive animal images are inspired by all things contemporary – well known brands, the colours and patterns of the fashion world, the modern love of the visual joke – and she brings these elements together in her uniquely appealing realist style and vibrant palette.