My paintings are created through an exploration of emotion, expression and colour using mark making to create texture and drama in combination with subject to create emotive original artworks. Each painting holds a unique message which I'm compelled to express.

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The ability to express myself by laying down pigment onto a surface is pure therapy from real life. To me my paintings are portals… they are windows of sanity which I invite you into.

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You'll find my soft pastel and mixed media artworks are inspired by both Australian coastlines and Sth Island New Zealand mountains, as well as people I meet.

 

 

In 2019 I was filmed for an Australian television production called 'Colour In Your Life'.

Click on the video below to see how I go about creating my art and through my contact page let me know what you think.

 

Contact me if you see a painting you'd like to know more about or buy.

Commissions are also welcomed.

AWARDS INCLUDE:

 

Merit – PANZ National Exhibition April 2022

1st Place – PANZ Pastel Challenge Jan 2021

Highly Commended – Wanaka Arts 2019

Viewers Choice Award – Wanaka Arts 2017

2nd Place – PANZ Pastel Challenge Jan 2017

Merit – PANZ Pastel Challenge May 2017

Overall Winner – Wanaka Arts 2015

Overall Winner – Wanaka Arts 2013

Highly Commended – Northbridge Art Prize 2005