Nature has always been my primary source of inspiration. Growing up on a farm in Canada followed by many years living in three different African countries has created in me a very strong connection to the natural world.

My first memories of art making reflect that and have had a clear influence on my work. As a small child I remember the excitement I felt when I found a piece of charcoal in the cold barbecue and created a simple drawing with it. In my current work, a piece of charcoal is often the first thing I reach for when starting something new. The idea of making marks with a common, natural substance still fills me with joy.

This sparked in me a life long fascination and respect for nature and it’s resources. My life and work have always had aspects of art-meets-nature ~ painting watercolour birds and animals in Africa, elements of the landscape in Canada and now in UK using my natural watercolour paints made from plants and soil.