Artist Statement

My practice was shaped by a deeply personal turning point—the loss of my younger sister—which drew me toward painting as a means of expression beyond words. While my creative foundation was established early through drawing and formal training, it was this moment that defined the emotional depth that continues to underpin my work.

Early explorations in acrylic, centred on the female form, revealed a quiet, introspective quality—subtle narratives carried through restrained palettes and contemplative expressions. Over time, this visual language evolved, giving way to a more nuanced interplay of light, space, and emotional resonance.

A decade-long engagement with oil painting allowed me to explore richness and complexity, though it was ultimately through restraint that my work found clarity. This led to a defining shift toward watercolour on canvas—an approach that embraces both precision and unpredictability, and one that aligns intuitively with my process. My work is now deeply informed by nature, particularly the quiet authority of trees—their stillness, endurance, and understated presence. Alongside this, florals and coastal landscapes offer a continued exploration of form, movement, and atmosphere, shaped by my proximity to the sea.

Each piece is an exploration of stillness as a rare and valuable experience. Through layered, atmospheric compositions, I create spaces that invite pause and reflection—offering the collector not only a visual work, but a lasting sense of calm, presence, and emotional connection.

My paintings are held in private collections, where they serve as enduring, contemplative anchors within curated spaces.

Technique & Collector Value

My practice centres on the uncommon use of watercolour on canvas—an approach that requires both technical precision and a deep understanding of the medium’s limitations. Each canvas is individually prepared by hand with a specialised watercolour ground, transforming a traditionally non-absorbent surface into one capable of holding fluid pigment while retaining its natural texture. This preparation process is time-intensive and cannot be standardised, ensuring that no two surfaces respond in exactly the same way.

Unlike watercolour on paper, this method introduces a heightened level of unpredictability. The paint settles differently across the textured ground, creating subtle variations in tone, edge, and movement that cannot be replicated. As a result, each work carries a distinct surface quality and visual depth that is inherently unique.

The process demands a high degree of foresight. Composition, tonal balance, and areas of preserved light must be resolved in advance, as the medium does not easily allow for correction. The untouched canvas becomes an integral part of the work, functioning as a source of luminosity and contributing to the overall atmosphere.

This balance between control and surrender is central to the value of the work. The combination of a labour-intensive preparation process, a technically demanding medium, and an unrepeatable outcome positions each painting as a singular piece—both materially and aesthetically. For collectors, this translates into rarity, authenticity, and a body of work that resists replication, reinforcing its long-term artistic and collectible value.