Maker's bio

Hi! I am a contemporary colourist wildlife, equestrian and nature inspired artist from West Sussex. I work in bold bright complimentary colours, mainly in mixed media and am dedicated to promoting conservation through my work with a percentage from each piece going straight back to the many animals I depict. I have a passion for horses, terriers and all wildlife, with Painted Dogs (aka the Painted Wolf or African Wild Dog) being at the forefront of my work. However, I have a broad spectrum of knowledge across many mediums (I love to experiment!) as I currently teach three large art classes and have done many demonstrations to art societies and groups throughout my career. Gelli printing is a huge part of my process, alongside acrylic, oil pastel, charcoal and collage (basically if it makes a mark, I'll use it!). I am lucky enough to have been a shortlisted David Shepherd Wildlife Artist of the Year finalist for over 13 years and have exhibited with NEWA (now EWA), The Society of Wildlife Artists and was overall winner of BBC Wildlife Artist of the Year in 2012. I very much look forward to passing on a bit of knowledge for you to take away and to meet you in person at one of my workshops :)