Floral swathes stretch as far as the eye can see, colours blurring as the summer haze rises. That is, apart from some distinct pinks that peek through and retain their definition. Peeking Pinks (mixed media painting on canvas, 3″x2″) Available […]
Lusciously lavish in their swirling plumage, these ladies are headed out on the town, off to dance the night away. Will they gain enough beauty sleep before sunrise? They tell me that they’ll sunbathe and snooze to catch up – […]
Shadows and heavy blooms combine and dupe the eye as they’re tempted falling sun encourages misleading shapes and assurances. Colours shine but become a little muted as flower heads close and nod, beauty sleep beckoning. Beauty Sleep (mixed media painting […]
Leaves gather and act as intermediaries to intercept buffeting blooms as they extend their petals to absorb the sunlight. They generally get along, but sometimes the head heights of the season mean there’s just not enough room so so many […]
Purple and violet buds unfurl as they’re cajoled and tempted by their already-opened neighbours. They open and stretch to greet the day. It’s going to be a good one, they decide. Greeting The Day (mixed media painting on canvas, 3″x2″) […]
Assertive winds cast the blooms over in over direction as if they’re equipped with combs. Resplendent and determined, these blooms hold on to their petals tightly regardless of the communal sway of the day. Communal Sway of the Day (original […]
Lushly ornamental in their bold stances, these blooms are definitely not afraid to show their own beauty. Boas and handbags slung around with delightful aplomb, they’re at once gracious and gloriously glorious. Gloriously Glorious (original mixed media painting, 3″x2″) SOLD
Blue swirls sashay and parade across their neighbouring flowery friends. Are they skipping or dancing? I like to think it’s a little of both. Dancing Friends (original mixed media painting, 3″x2″) SOLD
Sun-kissed petal tips bask in the summery warmth shining down between clouds. Soft breezes lift ruffle the leaves to ensure that the heat reaches their toes. Warm Toes (original mixed media painting on canvas, 3″x2″) SOLD
Sweeping blossoms hide all the secret treasures of this private idyll as those stone steps invite you to satisfy your curiosity. Dare you peek into what lies beyond the darkness amongst those protective boughs? Sweeping Blossoms (mixed media on canvas […]
I have had a diverse approach to making for this project, and the exhibition presents an exploration of my interest in the materials and objects which the opportunity gave me access to. In this episode I will try to reflect […]
The second part of the blog is called Palace Community. Community engagement was an important part of the 20/20 Project, taking two main strands during the residency. I went to visit the Shah Jahan Mosque, a really beautiful […]
Part One: Looking and Dreaming I first became interested in exploring Woking Palace following a visit to Woking’s Story, a permanent museum at The Lightbox. The visit was planned prior to my interview for the 20/20 Project (which is a […]
Dappled rays of light reach through the leaves and petals, contrasts highlighted as one happy flower gets to shine her brightest. Happy (mixed media on canvas, 12x16cm) available
Twirling and prancing, moving to a beat all of their own. Simply enjoying the utter freedom of the natural elements in which they’ve found themselves. Freedom (mixed media on canvas, 12x16cm) available
Shying peeking out from their safe haven of purple protectiveness, aware of their brightness but not of their true beauty. Dare they fully announce themselves to the day? Only time will tell. Peeking (mixed media on canvas, 12x16cm) available
Deep pinks and purples swish and sway with soft breezes ruffling petals, showing off layers to their most magnificent richness. Magnificence (mixed media on canvas, 12x16cm) available
Seemingly simple hues stretch upwards as they unfurl from their curled drowsiness as greet the day. They’re looking forward to their daily gossip. What mischief will they have caused to since last time? Mischievously Gossiping (mixed media on canvas, 12x16cm) […]
Winter light trickles through dense foliage, discerning where it will lay brief warmth. Colours are scantier at this time of year, but all the more dazzling in their blooms. Discerning Light (mixed media painting on canvas) available
Abundant pinks roam ecstatically in the knowledge that they’re looking their absolute best. If they were film stars in the twenties they’d be glamorously posing on ornate staircases, sipping champagne and holding the fanciest cigarette holders. Abundant Pinks (mixed media […]
Gloriously rambling and reaching, all stems overlapping, just happily making sure everyone has a space and a voice, regardless of size or longevity. How lovely to be able to live in a world of such harmonious co-existence. Wildly Blooming (mixed […]
Frothy lacy layers swing and swish in rhythm to the gentle breeze as if in an elegant waltz. Waltzing (mixed media painting on canvas board, 30x30cm) available
These blooms look to be seemingly bold as their upwardly mobile heads seek the best light to find their fortune. Is this a façade? Are they simply searching for a way to protect those delicate folds? Delicately Bold (mixed media […]
Emboldened blooms bat their lashes, catching attention like feathers on a hat. They’re closest to the sky, and expand across their space, stretching and growing, delighting in glorious sunshine. They also have another purpose, they’re challenging you to see what’s […]
Delightfully bobbing heads preen and chatter, toasting their colourful exuberance with matching multi-coloured bubbles. They know how they dazzle, and whenever they see someone else notice, their bright smiles become brightness personified. Dazzling Chatter (mixed media painting on canvas) available
