I grew up on a farm in Western Victoria and I remember drawing and painting from a young age. After retiring from my role as an art teacher I spent 5 years living in East Gippsland where I was surrounded by amazing scenery which inspired me to continue painting. While there I was involved in the Bairnsdale Art Society. More recently I have returned to Geelong and have joined the Geelong Art Society. I have participated in many classes and workshops over the years, including with Jill Shalless, Maxwell Wilkes and Cynthia Boyle. After initially specialising in watercolours I have discovered a love for pastels because of the vibrancy of the colours and the effects that can be achieved by blending colours together and layering one colour over another. I have entered my pastel paintings in numerous art shows throughout Victoria and have won several prizes as a result. |
