Accessibility Statement

Last updated: 31 January 2026

I am committed to ensuring that this website is accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities. This statement outlines the accessibility features of the site and areas where improvements are ongoing.

1. My Commitment to Accessibility

I want as many people as possible to be able to use this website. This means you should be able to:

  • Navigate the website using a keyboard
  • Navigate the website using speech recognition software
  • Listen to the website using a screen reader
  • Adjust text size and spacing without content overlapping
  • View the website comfortably on different devices and screen sizes

2. Standards and Guidelines

This website aims to meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standard. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and more user-friendly for everyone.

3. Current Accessibility Features

3.1 Navigation and Structure

  • Keyboard Navigation: All interactive elements can be accessed using a keyboard
  • Clear Headings: Content is structured with clear, hierarchical headings
  • Skip Links: Skip-to-content links are available for screen reader users
  • Consistent Layout: Navigation and page structure are consistent throughout the site

3.2 Visual Design

  • Colour Contrast: Text and background colours meet WCAG AA contrast ratios
  • Resizable Text: Text can be resized up to 200% without loss of functionality
  • Responsive Design: The website adapts to different screen sizes and devices
  • Clear Typography: Readable fonts with appropriate sizing and spacing

3.3 Images and Media

  • Alt Text: Images include descriptive alternative text for screen readers
  • Artwork Descriptions: Each artwork includes a detailed text description
  • Decorative Images: Purely decorative images are marked appropriately for screen readers

3.4 Forms and Interaction

  • Form Labels: All form fields have clear, associated labels
  • Error Messages: Form errors are clearly identified and explained
  • Focus Indicators: Interactive elements show clear visual focus indicators
  • Link Purpose: Links clearly describe their destination or purpose

4. Known Limitations

While I strive to make this website fully accessible, there may be some limitations:

  • Some older browsers may not display the site optimally
  • Third-party services (such as MailChimp forms) may have their own accessibility considerations
  • Artwork images are essential visual content and may not be fully accessible to users with visual impairments, though detailed descriptions are provided

5. Third-Party Content

This website uses some third-party services:

  • Google Fonts: Used to display typography, which generally supports accessibility features
  • MailChimp: Newsletter sign-up forms, which MailChimp designs with accessibility in mind

While I’ve chosen services that prioritise accessibility, I cannot guarantee that all third-party content meets the same accessibility standards as the rest of the site.

6. Assistive Technology Compatibility

This website has been tested with:

  • Modern screen readers (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)
  • Keyboard-only navigation
  • Browser zoom up to 200%
  • Voice recognition software

7. Browser Compatibility

This website is designed to work with recent versions of the following browsers:

  • Google Chrome
  • Mozilla Firefox
  • Safari
  • Microsoft Edge

8. Mobile Accessibility

The website is fully responsive and accessible on mobile devices. All functionality available on desktop is also available on mobile browsers, with touch-friendly interface elements.

9. Feedback and Contact

I welcome feedback about the accessibility of this website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact me:

Email: policy [at] sashabridehaine [dot] com
Response Time: I aim to respond to accessibility queries within 3 business days

Please include:

  • The page or feature you’re having difficulty with
  • What assistive technology you’re using (if applicable)
  • A description of the problem

10. Ongoing Improvements

I am continually working to improve the accessibility of this website. This includes:

  • Regular accessibility audits
  • Testing with real users and assistive technologies
  • Staying informed about accessibility best practices
  • Addressing reported accessibility issues promptly

11. Alternative Formats

If you need information from this website in a different format (such as large print, audio, or accessible PDF), please contact me and I will do my best to accommodate your needs.

12. Enforcement Procedure

If you are not satisfied with my response to your accessibility concerns, you can contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS):

Phone: 0808 800 0082
Website: equalityadvisoryservice.com

13. Technical Specifications

This website’s accessibility relies on the following technologies:

  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • JavaScript (progressive enhancement – core functionality works without JavaScript)
  • ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) landmarks and labels where appropriate

14. Compliance Status

This website aims to be partially compliant with WCAG 2.1 Level AA. “Partially compliant” means that some parts of the content do not fully conform to the standard, though efforts are ongoing to achieve full compliance.

15. Updates to This Statement

This accessibility statement will be reviewed and updated regularly as I make improvements to the website. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page indicates when the statement was last revised.

16. Additional Resources

For more information about web accessibility, visit: