I live and work in the Bay of Plenty having moved there from my native country of South Africa in 2007.

My earliest memories revolve around an almost compulsive need to create, whether it be with paint or any other medium that allowed my child-self to manifest expressions of my interpretations of the world around me.

My current home, New Zealand, with its ever-changing weather patterns and bucket loads of natural beauty is where I draw much of my inspiration. However, thoughts of my birthplace, South Africa, a place of wild open spaces, big skies, lots of colour and cultural diversity play an emotional part within my work. Being able to be completely present within this landscape, free to observe and explore, has meant my work has taken on a more representational approach to the land.

I project my personal story with my paintbrush, from that place deep inside – taking to the canvas with a free approach, directed by music. My expressive brushstrokes are juxtaposed against complementary colours pallets, with layers of paint until I am satisfied with the final result. This approach is used throughout all genres of my work.