Born in England, I migrated to Australia in 1968 at the age of ten.I work full-time as a clerk with the State Government and I live at Lake Macquarie in New South Wales.
I completed an informal art course at Dobell House, Wangi when my youngest child was 18 months old … because I needed some ‘me’ time. My daughter is now nearly 18 years old.
I have an affinity with the ocean and I love painting the movement of waves; and trying to achieve the translucency of water.
I have an older brother who has been an artist most of his life. As a child, I always compared my artwork with his. As a result, I didn’t consider myself very good at drawing or art – and left it up to him. It wasn’t until later in life that I actually tried my hand at drawing. I have always been creative, but more along the lines of fashion. As a teenager, I used to make my own clothes.
I completed my informal art course in 1994. I didn’t like using a paintbrush so my brother encouraged me to try pastels. I have been hooked ever since and I love getting my hands dirty.
Currently, I work full-time and only paint as a hobby. Even though I have been involved in a number of exhibitions, I do not have the time or financial backing to devote myself to full-time painting. Maybe when I retire from the workforce and my two teenagers have flown the nest…
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Pelicans To Portraits
This lady has painted everything from pelicans to portraits. She has completed commissions including cats, dogs, horses, possums, numerous beach scenes… and even a Scottish piper.
“I Cannot Imagine Life Without Art”
Throughout her story you can feel the delight and joy that radiates from this artist as she describes her passion for art.
The Noble Equine
Coloured pastel papers have been used to create this beautiful horse.
To Be at One With Nature
“My art is who I truly am, and it has given me a freedom to become ‘just me’,” claims this talented lady.
Making The Picture Sing
Using her fine attention to detail, this artist creates a loving tribute to her subject.
Thanks to Da Vinci
Wicked classroom caricatures and tattoos fired up the passion for this self taught artist to strive to produce the perfect drawing.
My Story
Sharing her passion for art has become a way of life for this determined and talented artist.
Link to Life
This artist adores pastels … a medium which she believes can fall between painting and drawing. Her art is truly her link to life.
Don't Rock the Boat
What comes first … the title or the painting? For this colourful artist, it can be either – and experimenting can lead to accidentally creating individual techniques.
Art for Steven
Some years ago, this man was inspired to make the transition from cartooning to painting. He had always wanted to express himself in this way, and he dedicates every painting to his late brother Steven who inspired him.