I am interested in representing real life, drawn to how light falls on, shines through, and bounces off the world around us. Striving for a balance between the critical observation of surface, and constant reference to structural anatomy, I aim to elevate and demystify both my subject and my process.

My daily practice is observational drawing. Using pencil and oil, I describe still life, human, animal, rural, and urban landscape. Not working to a pristine finish, my work is relatable, figurative, and sometimes visceral, with expressive traces of process.

I write a blog, and share livestream and edited video demonstrations on YouTube and Instagram. My YouTube channel has a large collection of demos and other material.  

I believe that objectification, and its insidious consequence cosmetic 'enhancement', fuel our dissatisfaction with the perfectly imperfect human form. I would like to see more diverse representation of the body, and consider art as having a useful role in championing appreciation of all bodies. I have given a TEDx talk on this subject.

A career in IT consultancy enabled me to observe, travel, study, and develop my art practice without commercial constraint or substantial instruction.

I learn from contemporary and historical artists, and by taking short workshops as and when necessary. 

I have a maths degree and a post-grad diploma in printmaking.

I spoke at TEDx Bristol on Body Image through the eyes of an artist, and was a semi-finalist on Sky Arts Portrait Artist Of The Year 2023.

I occasionally speak/demo on panels/local art groups, and at conferences.

I occasionally do live event portraiture, independently and under the RPS umbrella.

I sell work direct from my website, via local galleries, off the easel (painting plein air), on commission, and via open calls. I have been selected in the past for the RPS and SWLA. 

In addition to personal work, I enjoy working with clients directly on interesting and adventurous projects.