My interest in art and painting began at an early age after watching my Dad draw and paint - I was particularly fascinated by his watercolour pan set!  Later, while studying Engineering at University of Kent at Canterbury, I discovered the amazing etchings of local artist Graham Clarke, who continues to be an inspiration.  I painted my favourite pubs and scenes around Canterbury and gave to friends that featured in them. 

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It was while I was working in Medical Physics for the NHS in London that I attended my first watercolour evening class.    A couple of years later, I was lucky enough to be awarded a Highly Commended by renowned watercolour artist Alwyn Crawshaw for my ink and watercolour painting of 'Mersea Boats'.  A proud and encouraging moment.

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I continued painting as a hobby for many years, but it wasn’t until we spent a few years in Düsseldorf, Germany, that I took the leap into becoming a professional artist. After some encouragement from a dear friend there, I began selling prints of the beautiful beer gardens, charming cafés, and historic buildings that inspired me.  

 

 I now live with my Husband and 2 sons in the small but vibrant and beautiful village of Overton, Hampshire, UK.  My prints are stocked in Germany and the UK, and are bought internationally.   I am thrilled that my commissioned paintings and prints are hanging on walls across the world.  

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My paintings have been selected for the National Trust's 'Mottisfont' Open Art Exhibition twice,

and featured in Liberty of London's The Liberty Book.  

 

I used to include our friend's miniature schnauzer in my Germany pictures but now we have our own 'bearded wonder', and he can often be spotted in my new paintings.