If you were to look at my work, you might see the rugged coastline of Western Australia, a nostalgic Cornish harbor, or a vibrant vase of flowers. But look a little closer, and you’ll find a style I call semi-abstract; a bridge between the world we see and the way it makes us feel.

What is Semi-Abstract Art?

I like to think of it as the ‘Goldilocks’ of art. It’s not a literal, photographic copy of a scene, but it isn’t so abstract that you can't recognize the subject. It’s a style that prioritizes emotion, color, and movement. By simplifying the shapes, I leave room for your own memories and imagination to breathe within the canvas.

A Legacy of Colour

My love for this style started in a classroom in the UK. I was heavily influenced by the Impressionists and Post-Impressionists; the bold, expressive energy of Van Gogh and the fearless palettes of Gauguin. My high school art teacher, who painted in this evocative style, sparked a fire in me that never went out.

Today, my floral still lives are a joyful nod to those early influences and the teacher who showed me how to see the world through a lens of colour.

20+ Layers of Story

My process is a slow, rhythmic building of history. Using acrylics, brushes, and palette knives, I build each piece over 20 or more layers.  The Hidden History: The first dozen layers are the "soul" of the painting. Even if they are eventually covered, they provide the depth and mood that makes the final surface vibrate with life.

The Texture: I often use palette knives to create a physical ‘crunch’ and depth, reflecting the harsh beauty of the Australian landscape or the sun-baked walls of a Moroccan street.

The Global Thread: Whether I’m painting the mists of my British roots, the high-key light of my current home in WA, the vibrant colours of some flowers or the fascinating patterns of Morocco (a tribute to my children’s heritage), the goal is always the same: to find the extraordinary in the everyday.

My work is for the home that loves colour, values depth, and believes that art should feel like a warm, layered conversation.