top of page
Welcome to my blog
Search


Touching the Light: flower art paintings
There’s a spark in the studio again, and it’s all thanks to flowers, stencils, and a bit of fearless experimenting. Golden hour meets garden magic! In this new series, I’ve taken a big leap with light, colour and layered textures — all without a brush in sight. Inspired by seedheads, stencils, and summer evenings, these paintings feel like a real turning point.
Jul 8


Making Waves: Dunstanburgh Castle monotype paintings
A brooding, wave-lashed take on Dunstanburgh Castle rounds off my Northumberland series — and it was by far the trickiest! In this blog, I share all six monotypes, the technical hurdles (hello, dissolving ink!), and a video of me at work. It’s about learning through doing, chasing atmosphere, and pushing my process into wilder waters. Come see how one piece flowed into the next.
Jun 11


A Sea Change: new mixed-media flower paintings
After 27 years as a printmaker, I’ve embraced a new creative path with mixed-media floral paintings inspired by the coast. Using acrylics, collage, and stencils instead of brushes, I’m exploring texture, shape, and playful layering. Pieces like The Coast is Clear and Rooted by the Sea capture the joy of discovery and the beauty of nature. Read the full story and see the new work—there’s more to come!
May 15


New Horizons: Re-imagining Bamburgh Castle
Following on from last month's post In the Black - Bamburgh Castle monotypes, I'm delighted to now share the completed art work.
Mar 11


In the Black: Bamburgh Castle monotype paintings
Bamburgh Castle monotypes in progress in black ink. I'm experimenting with, reflections, mark-making and colour to push creative boundaries.
Feb 12


Room to Grow: wild flower paintings
I’m excited to share my new paintings, inspired by nature’s beauty and changing seasons. Detailed textures, natural colours, crisp outlines
Jan 13


Back to Black - Lindisfarne monotype paintings
When I learnt how to create monotypes at art school, it was a medium known for it's swift, mark-making that delivered fast, expressive resul
Dec 9, 2024


Contemporary Still Life: mixed media painting
I enjoyed yet another mixed-media painting course at the lovely Lund Studios a couple of weeks back. I've become an addict that needs a...
Oct 29, 2024
bottom of page