I primarily paint from life, which I consider an integral aspect of my artistic practice.

Painting, in my view, is a human endeavour, a struggle in trying to capture a human

experience. The image is an interplay between the visible and a sort of psychological

connection whereby a feeling, or an idea is developed.

Direct drawing and painting hold a special appeal for me, as the act of looking and

noticing allows an awareness that lots of things are happening and that the scene

before me is constantly changing.I try to look beyond the obvious and play with

aspects of what is there. Often there is a narrative beginning and in general I notice that

my choices in what I state become refined by what seems “more right”.

In my artistic process, I emphasise the significance of composition, tone, colour,

shapes and mark making, along with other painterly considerations. I strive to make

deliberate choices that result in a painting that conveys a meaningful message, one

that resonates with people and fosters an emotive dialogue.