Profile

I am a traditional figurative artist who paints plein air in oils or watercolors. Larger studio paintings are completed using plein air references, either at home in my Cornish studio or while traveling in my mobile studio, (converted camper van)  Inspiration is drawn from travel and the experience of visiting new places.   I am particularly drawn to domestic subject matter, including complex interiors, markets, and gardens, and I am a dedicated sketchbook keeper.

Born into a family with artistic roots dating back to 1650 on the Lizard, Cornwall, and extending as far as New Zealand, becoming an artist was never an unusual choice.

At a young age, the call of the sea led to studying Fine Art at Falmouth School of Art, culminating in a degree in sculpture. This was followed by exhibitions with several galleries, including the Portal Gallery in London, as well as illustration work for the BBC and the National Trust.

Travel has been a central theme in my life and my artistic journey, with painting trips spanning China, Russia, Israel, and Norway. Time was also spent living and teaching art in both Norway and France.

Upon returning to Cornwall, I established a mural company and worked as an illustrator while raising five children.

Other experience in the art world also includes working as a gallery manager, learning the art of oil painting animation as the only English artist/animator to contribute to the film Loving Vincent.  I continue to work with Artlook Software as Client Support and Artist Ambassador.