Welcome
My favourite subjects are the natural things around me - from the New Zealand sea and landscape, and from my garden.
I tend to work in series, hence the rose, paua, shells and wildflower collections although I am always on the lookout for items of interest.
After I left permanent employment in 1999, I began painting more or less fulltime concentrating on roses.
To help "get my eye in" I painted illuminated initials on watercolour paper. The paua series followed, then I made the decision to use acrylic paints on canvas for everything. (Except initials and etchings!)
I attend a regular etching class each week, and have done for four years. Recently a friend invited me to use her press, and thanks to her, I've been able to experiment with different materials and ideas.
I work towards a solo exhibition every two years. Commissions are always welcome, including illuminated and personal initials which incorporate ideas from the life of the recipient.
I tend to work in series, hence the rose, paua, shells and wildflower collections although I am always on the lookout for items of interest.
After I left permanent employment in 1999, I began painting more or less fulltime concentrating on roses.
To help "get my eye in" I painted illuminated initials on watercolour paper. The paua series followed, then I made the decision to use acrylic paints on canvas for everything. (Except initials and etchings!)
I attend a regular etching class each week, and have done for four years. Recently a friend invited me to use her press, and thanks to her, I've been able to experiment with different materials and ideas.
I work towards a solo exhibition every two years. Commissions are always welcome, including illuminated and personal initials which incorporate ideas from the life of the recipient.