I am a Dunsborough artist with a passion for the south west environment. I paint, draw, create ceramics, dye silk, make sculptures from wire and baskets from rope. Inspired by the natural environment, my practice is meditative as well as exploratory and reflects the meanderings of my mind.
My artworks reflect my love of our unique coastal environment. I aim to share the peace that I find in nature as well as in the act of creating, using saturated colour and organic shapes to manifest patterns and visual rhythms. The ocean is my solace, imbedded in my soul. I spend much of my free time walking by the sea, sailing upon it, swimming and watching the play of light on water. During these tumultuous times, I find catharsis within the creation of my art which also reflects the emotions I have experienced as I work. I also dabble in bush themes, occasional surrealism and still life work.
Travelling and exploring various cultures across the globe as well as amazing galleries and cities like Barcelona, London, Paris and Singapore have played a large part in expanding my mind artistically. One of my great joys comes from learning new approaches to visual communication and developing new skills through playful exploration. I am currently revelling in a sabbatical year in order to explore my personal artistic development. I studied secondary art teaching at Edith Cowan University just over 30 years ago during which time I participated in a cultural exchange to study textiles in Indonesia. My love of South East Asia continues today, having had journeys to Singapore and Sri Lanka already this year.
It has been a privilege to hold a solo exhibition in June and July 2024 at the Old Courthouse Complex in Busselton. This year is my fourth venture into MRROS. My work is regularly seen in local exhibitions.
Beginning my art practice as a secondary student with inspirational teachers, I eventually studied art teaching. I have been working in this field as a secondary educator and private art facilitator as well as producing my own work over three decades. It’s my passion and delight.
I am very excited to be entering Margaret River Open Studios again this year.