About me

I have always loved art. The process of turning a blank sheet of paper (or other material) into a painting has always fascinated me. If that painting invites the viewer to want to spend time looking at it ‐ that it offers perhaps a reflection of an emotion, or takes them to a place they would like to be or simply is just very pleasing to look at ‐ then that feels very satisfying.

For my painting I particularly love the beauty that exists in landscapes and animals. I love capturing detail so I can absorb the wonderful intricacies of nature and feel like I really get to know the subject (particularly wildlife). I particularly love the bright colours of the Mediterrean and the wonderful light! I fit in what sketching time I can when abroad and take lots of photos! I then work on the final piece back home so I am not rushed in my final piece. This may be worked on from single or multiple photo references alongside available sketches. I invariably enhance and modify these colours to achieve the mood and light and shade effects I am hoping to achieve.

I am also interested in developing my wildlife collection more and, in some areas, contributiong a small amount of sales proceeds to animal welfare charities - more information can be found here.

I am a member of two local art Societies as indicated below and very much enjoy taking part in their activities. I have also been lucky enough to win a few awards over the years as shown further down the page.

I studied and worked in Graphic and Web Design and much enjoyed some time in this field. Now, however, I am absolutely delighted to have the opportunity of spending more time in what I love ‐ turning that blank canvas into a painting!