My interest in drawing began in childhood during extended hospital stays where creativity became a source of comfort and distraction. These early experiences fostered a lifelong connection with art and creative expression. After leaving school, I worked as a signwriter developing a strong foundation in line design and composition. I appreciate coloured historical prints, which deepen my appreciation for the craftsmanship of the old Masters and enhance my understanding of colour.

 

Working across a range of media my practice evolves intuitively allowing each piece to guide the materials and process used. The work explores emotional depth, colour and subtle symbolism. I describe my practice as that of an intuitive artist working at the intersections of emotional abstraction and symbolic surrealism often developing ideas for a series of works alongside my practice. I undertake commissions and I teach Beginners and Intermediate adult art classes, undertake commissions, produce limited edition prints and run workshops encouraging others to explore their own creativity.