Inspiration

Tasmania's rich biodiversity is at the heart of my artistic inspiration. From delicate wildflowers that bloom in the remote alpine plateaus to the diverse range of animals that inhabit ancient forests of the Tasmanian Wilderness, I found myself creating art from the island’s unique species of wildlife to learn more about my surroundings with a focus on endemic, threatened and endangered Australian natives.

I think all along I just knew that I wanted to create and share nature’s beauty with the world in whatever way I could ~ and I haven’t looked back!

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Since moving to the mainland, I found many species of plants in particular, which are shared with Tasmania and can be found in the cool mountains and gullies of ranges in southern Victoria; a distant reminder of a time when the land masses were once linked. Some of these plants have been around since Gondwana times and cannot regenerate after fires like the dominant, hardy eucalypts, drawing attention to their fragility and the further need for protection.

I found these lesser known species fascinating to observe and learn about and in need of a bit more representation artistically.

Through my paintings and drawings I hope to honour the native Australian flora and fauna which we all know and love, whilst featuring the lesser known ones bringing attention to our unique wildlife and their importance to humanity.

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Process

All of my work is drawn by hand from life as much as possible or from my own reference photos. I feel that taking the time to really look and take everything in whilst being in their native habitat is the best way for me to capture them with authenticity and highlight their most distinguishing characteristics and essence.

My style has evolved over the years and I use a blend of traditional techniques. I draw in graphite and paint using ink/watercolour where I build up many layers of soft shading and washes creating an almost translucent effect. The paintings I make are created using pigment which I grind myself as per traditional Chinese painting techniques which I have been practising for many years.

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Collection

My collection features a range of prints paying tribute to my local native plants and animals. I will be adding more prints and products to my shop which I am excited to share with you all soon!

Every print and card is designed and printed in my home studio in Naarm, Victoria and packaged with biodegradable materials to keep my impact on the environment as minimal as possible. They are also archival quality and printed using archival ink on cotton or bamboo paper.

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