Something about me
I was first inspired to paint in the early 1990's at the start of my Structural Engineering Degree. As a Graduate Engineer I produced countless numbers of technical drawings of bridges and structures and discovered my passion for drawing. I found great
enjoyment in using lines to create images and representations of objects. I also completed a degree in Psychology at the Open University.
Recently I found more time to dedicate to exploring painting and became deeply involved in art groups which helped me to reignite my love for drawing and painting. I was inspired through learning with other
artists to use mixed media and experiment with technique.
"My artwork explores the beauty of the landscape and creates connection with the environment we live in. I strive to reflect calmness and intensity of colour in my paintings."
I have been fortunate to be able to draw on my experience from structural technical drawings along with my interest in Psychology to help me with my painting. My paintings convey intensity of light and colour which evoke positive energy in the viewer
as well as stimulate imagination and curiosity. I like bringing together strong colours and enhancing their values. I feel the purpose of my painting is to convey our connection with nature and bring it into awareness.
My aim is to make people light up when they look at my painting and evoke sense of serenity. I work from sketches and photographs and combine this information with emotional and visual recollection to create painting. My choice of scene is often inspired by walks and travels. I am versatile enough to deal equaly well with forests, moving and standing water, rocky mountains and architectural scene. In my paintings I want to share with observers calm and tranquility which I experience when being around water.