​My work:

 

I returned to university later in life and obtained my BA [Hons] History of Art and Screen Media at Birkbeck, University of London at 65. My dissertation was on Ai Weiwei, the Chinese dissident artist and the portrayal of freedom in his work.  My studies brought about a dramatic sea change in and my approach to my work. 

I have been very much inspired by both The Post Impressionists such as Van Gogh with his vibrant pulsating use of colour and the American Expressionists with their fluidity of application of paint to canvas.

I work in whatever medium suits my subject however I prefer the freedom of the palette knife to the more traditional  paint brush.  

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Whether it is a London park, or outside of an urban setting, or in the countryside, to be surrounded by  lush greenery and towering trees, captivates the heart and mind and soothes the soul. in my work as an artist I draw my inspiration from the ever changing colours of  the seasons, the play of sunlight filtering through the leaves as it falls  on the textured bark, connecting  with the natural world. I enjoy painting forests and the starkness of the trees especially silver birches against a winter skyline , or the  wonder of the sea.  translating  its essence into art.   Human actions have had a profound impact on the environment and  serve to remind us of the fragility of nature and the need to protect our forests and coast lines for future generations.  I acknowledge  the interconnectedness of all living things.   Amongst my work you will find coastal landscapes, Caribbean seascapes, the waterways of England, forests and woodlands in seasonal change. I also love capturing people enjoying life especially my family. 

 

Commission the artist and welcome the woods. trees  and nature into your home.