Artist Statement:

I’m extremely passionate about combining Plein-air and studio work and the heart of my artistic expression lies in the embrace of landscape and music. These elements hold immense significance, acting as catalysts for powerful emotions and guttural instincts that drive me to create shapes and patterns during moments of cathartic self-expression.  

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Immersed In sound, I spontaneously layer ink and acrylic until I feel the canvas is ready to take out into the wild, very often canvases will sit in this beautiful riot of colour, waiting for their story to unfold. Once the canvas is outside I aim to capture the energy of the landscape quickly, entirely driven by gut instincts and I step away from the canvas when my head threatens to intervene. I then return to music, meticulously adding layers which evoke a palpable weight of energy and emotion and eventually becoming gateways where narratives, forms and figures materialise that transcend both physical and introspective terrains.  

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My latest series of work emerged from the depths of grief following the loss of my beloved companion of 14 years, 'Wolf,' who passed away last December. I'm intensely inspired to explore life's fragility and the interconnected flow that binds all living organisms. I’m also exploring deeper into the realm of sound within my practice, which will become an integral part of my studio environment, shaping immersive and ethereal artworks that capture the raw essence of my emotions and the profound connections I forge with my surroundings. This exploration promises to add a new dimension to my creative process, enriching the sensory experience of my artworks.