I began looking at nature from a geometric point of view a few years ago, turning some of my nature subjects into polygons. Playing with colour and shape in an abstracted way resulted in this playful, almost stained glass effect, giving me a new way of expressing myself with watercolour.

Painting flowers is such a joy in watercolour. The medium’s transparency and fluidity are naturally suited to these subjects, and I can express my joy through the flowers’ vibrant colours, shapes and sizes.

From busy cityscapes to peaceful country sides, I am drawn to the movement within the landscape. I often incorporate people into these paintings, perhaps helping the viewer see themselves in the scene.

I am not a portrait artist, but I do enjoy painting people, especially children, in day to day situations. Each painting tells its own story and hopefully resonates with the viewer.

I hope my paintings are not too “still”, as I try to imbue a sense of being in the moment, creating not only a still life but a story in someone’s life.

With so much in nature to choose from, I never tire of finding subjects for my paintings, be it a tiny frog, a mighty lion, or a forgotten scarecrow. Most of my subjects stem from my own photos or the use of reference photos as a start, expanding them into fresh possibilities.