Describe your practice in a single sentence.
Earthy layers with lots of texture or neutral minimalism, but I am very much still figuring out my style!
Where are you based?
I’m located in Brisbane, my studio is in a co-sharing space, often featuring my two baby boys.
What is the focus of your current practice?
I’m enjoying experimenting with different mediums, colours and formats. I am drawn towards large scale abstract paintings in earthy tones and will often use modelling paste or oil/chalk pastels for added dimension. I am learning to be patient with myself and learn different techniques as I go. Often the inspiration will simply come from a visit to my local art shop and seeing a medium I’ve never used before. It is just so fun for me.
Where do you find inspiration?
Everywhere. I will usually draw inspiration from interior design and people, including my husband, who is a jewellery designer. Creating art has been incredibly grounding, and led me back to a place where I feel most myself. I rarely plan the end result, instead it’s mostly intuition led, which can make things a little tricky – sometimes a painting will take a few hours, sometimes a few weeks. Often, I will paint late at night once my young family is asleep, which for me is pure meditation and often when I work best because I am at peace.
What materials do you use and why?
Acrylic mostly, largely due to drying time and convenience. I do love oil though!
What have you been working on recently?
A couple of large commissions for a local Brisbane client who has given me complete freedom to do whatever I want, and my Ombre series.
Pick three art world players you would invite to dinner.
William McClure – I adore his work and style! Vikki Lee – she is a joy to watch and Will Day – he has the studio of my dreams.