On-going engagement, through repeated visits to places of interest, is the cornerstone of my art practice. I’m drawn to wild, open spaces particularly in Cornwall and my immediate environment of Somerset and Wiltshire. I’m interested in places where the land holds visible patterns, unique shapes, and a sense of layered history. I create this feeling of deep connection through walking, observing and drawing. Over many visits I become attuned to subtle shifts, accumulating memories that nurture a profound sense of belonging. These places gradually feel like home, familiar yet always offering something new. My land and seascapes are colourful, evocative, sensory, and convey a sense of joy and peace in being outside.

Colour plays a central role in my work. Using a deliberately limited palette, I use the colours found in the landscape, re-imagining them to express an emotional or physical response rather than a direct representation. In my studio, I work from memory to produce small paintings on paper. These, alongside my sketches, become the foundation for larger paintings. Using acrylics as my main medium, I integrate hand-painted collage, oil pastels, and water-soluble drawing tools to create surfaces rich in layers and texture. This intuitive mixed-media approach enables me to reinterpret familiar landscapes, encouraging viewers to find and celebrate their own sense of connection with these places.