LEARNING TO GO WITH THE FLOW

Like many artists, I've always had a strong creative urge. My love of design has led to various passions & businesses over time, including making silver jewellery for many years.

I now create mixed media abstract art as it allows me freedom of expression I rarely felt as a child.

The peace of wide open spaces grounds me & being immersed in the tiny details of nature fills me with awe.
Battling with Complex PTSD, making art that reflects those two opposing worlds quiets my mind & helps me stay grounded & present.

My hope is that my artwork also helps you to live in the moment & calms your mind

MY PROCESS

I initially work from a very loose composition, allowing the inks to flow & create marks I could never have planned.

Most pieces are painted with a limited palette of 3-5 colours to create harmony & a sense of calm.
I continue to work intuitively, using a mix of different media, including hand printed collage papers using fresh foliage from my garden & Cornish hedgerows.

As a teenager I had a particular love for calligraphy & enjoy integrating elements of this into my work through asemic writing.

The refining process involves merging & eliminating some of the initial marks, then adding intrigue with final decorative details.

I approach every painting with a sensitive sense of play & free expression, going with the flow & listening to how my body feels.

I hope as you view my artwork you’re reminded of the need to stay present and enjoy the lighter moments in life.