After twenty-five years in graphic design, I’ve embarked on a new creative journey as a painter, embracing the freedom, self-expression, and boundless possibilities of art.

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Based in the laid-back Gold Coast, my inspiration comes from the vibrant lifestyle and breathtaking landscapes I'm surrounded by — the endless beaches, tropical rainforests, and the rolling countryside - straw yellow to the west and kelly green to the south.

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When describing my work I deliver on one hand a lively fusion of bold, energetic compositions, joyful themes, and vivid colours and on the other my abstract pieces are full of textures, monochrome palettes and bold, aggressive brushwork. 

 

Whilst drawing on my cultural heritage, I love exploring unique influences to create art that feels both personal and universal. My artistic lineage traces back to ancestors who were a small group of Delft pottery painters in northern France, inspiring me to blend the classic Delft blue-and-white style with graphic text in French creating a fresh, loud and contemporary twist.

 

My training in graphic design shapes my artistic approach, establishing clarity and purpose in every piece I create.

 

As part of a family of travellers, I find endless inspiration in the places we visit. Recent trips to Japan and Papua New Guinea have left their mark on my work, introducing elements from their stylized arts, crafts, cultural designs, and rich traditions. The French colonial tropical territories of the South Pacific, Caribbean, and French Polynesia also influence the subjects I choose to paint.

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I am committed to an environmentally responsible approach, recycling and repurposing pre-loved canvases. This also allows glimpses of texture and colours to become part of the new artwork. I also like to utilise mis-tinted paints to add unexpected colour variations.

 

My artworks have been showcased and sold through private sales, online galleries, commissioned pieces and galleries: The Lethbridge Online Gallery, Brisbane, The Artists Hub Gallery (Surfers Paradise), Stevens Street Gallery (Yandina) and GEM Emporium (Pacific Fair).

 

Each piece is crafted passionately, designed to evoke joy and create lasting memories for generations to come.