I am very lucky to have a large studio in the pretty village of Foxton, near Market Harborough.
The village is surrounded by beautiful walks along the canals and fields, as a constant source of inspiration. As the seasons and light change, I am drawn to the colours in the shadows and the speckled light shining through the leaves.
Working from my studio, my current preoccupation is recreating the movement and reflections that I have seen in the water and how the light affects them. The purity and beauty of a surface hit by a sunlit moment are treasured and emphasized when there are deep, dark shadows lurking nearby.
My background in fashion and textiles has influenced my process of creating art. I try to generate the energy and movement of a sketch into my paintings. My avid passion for colour means that I prioritise mixing and producing interesting hues, using whichever medium that gives me the texture and fluency I need. I left fashion behind a long time ago, but through my paintings I can capture something more permanent and timeless.
I love to learn, as well as teach, so am always experimenting and challenging myself and others. Due to Covid-19, I have begun teaching online classes, as well as one-on-one tuition, to develop their skills and mentor both nervous beginners and more confident artists.
The rest of my time is spent working on my own projects and commissions, as well as online galleries, talks and demonstrations. I am actively involved with local art groups and on the committee of the Leicester Society of Artists. My work is in private collections here, in France, Holland, Italy and Germany.
Ultimately, my greatest joy is to be lost in the process of creating.
