Originally from UK, I’ve been a frustrated artist since leaving High School. Retiring from full-time work finally gave me the opportunity to study Art, at TAFE then Open University. I’m now developing my somewhat belated artistic career, primarily as a painter in oils and watercolours. Living in Albany’s beautiful bio-diversity hot-spot inspired me to combine my two lifelong passions, Nature and Art, into an effective working whole… and this is steadily gaining me recognition.
I’ve refined my artistic practice into two associated streams… working in watercolour and pastels for detailed botanical and wildlife studies, and in oils for larger ‘statement’ pieces – which can be intentionally confronting. My artwork is now collected locally, interstate, and internationally.
My work focuses on the inhabitants and habitat of my home range, around Albany, and explores environmental issues. I am deeply concerned with highlighting the plight of our increasingly rare and endangered flora and fauna, and my aim is to help provoke action to ensure a sustainable, ecologically balanced future.
Currently working with ArtSouthWA (Board), Phoenix Fine Arts, and Albany Botanic Art Group, I exhibit regularly with these groups. However, my artwork is now mainly available through my Lower King studio – during my regular Open Studio’s, or by appointment. Special Commissions can easily be arranged.
I also sell online, through my website.
Please see my website or Facebook Page for details.
