The painting captures the serenity of a quiet garden space, with colours that evoke a sense of calm, thus creating a safe haven among the generosity of nature.
Acrylic collage on canvas
100 x 100cm
After the cold dark winter, spring finally awakens the garden, lifting the spirits and filling the air with colour and birdsong in anticipation for the summer to come.
Acrylic on canvas
30 x 100 x 3cm
I wander through the pathway into the garden, I reflect on long hot summers with sizzling heat, enjoying a long cool glass alongside the borders of red geraniums.
Acrylic on canvas
100 x 30 x 4cm
I sit alone and record the stillness of a quiet afternoon, as rays of sunlight and soft colours reflect from the vase of flowers along the magnolia painted wall. These delicate reflections instill a wonderful sense of calm.
acrylic on canvas
50 x 76 x 4cm
As I gaze over the poppy fields of summer, the intense beauty of these flowers shimmering in the midday sun, seems enough to mask their connections to drugs and fallen soldiers, making it easy to forget.
Acrylic on canvas
40 x 40 x 4cm
The simple yet complex nature of flora, induces a state of mindfulness, gently creating a sense of calm and relaxation. The painting records the simplistic stillness of quiet spaces
Acrylic on canvas
50 x 60 x 4 cm
As the sunlight shines through the autumn leaves, the woodland is illuminated by a golden glow of light. It seems even more impressive gazing up between the leaves at the intense blue sky above on this late autumn afternoon.
Acrylic on canvas
40 x 30 x 4cm
My work explores the delicate interplay between nature and abstraction, drawing inspiration from botanical forms and organic landscapes. Using acrylics as my primary medium, I embrace a spontaneous approach, allowing texture and movement to guide each piece. I often work with colour shapers and palette knives, creating layered compositions that evoke both structure and fluidity.
Painting is an essential part of my daily life, and I work on multiple pieces simultaneously, immersing myself in the creative process for several hours each afternoon and evening. My semi-abstract botanical works are deeply influenced by artists such as Waltraud Nawratil, Kirsten Handelmann, Kathleen Rietz, and Judy Woods. While my work captures the essence of nature, it also reflects my fascination with gardens, wildflowers, and natural patterns observed during my frequent walks and travels.
Through my art, I seek to evoke emotion and curiosity, encouraging viewers to find their own connection to the landscapes and organic forms I depict. I regularly exhibit my work in community spaces such as cafés, hospitals, and art centres, and I am committed to refining my creative practice to develop a more recognisable artistic voice. Ultimately, my goal is to create meaningful, expressive pieces that resonate with both art lovers and collectors, bridging the gap between nature’s beauty and the abstract imagination.
