I am a visual artist living and working in Cornwall, with a deep passion for the outdoors and a strong commitment to addressing climate change through my work.

After studying Fine Art at Manchester Metropolitan University, I spent 20 years teaching Art at the secondary level. Throughout my teaching career, my love for the natural world and the environment grew, and my work increasingly focused on the Arctic, the ocean, and the urgent issue of climate change.

My turning point came during my first visit to Svalbard, where I witnessed something heartbreaking—heavy rain in March. The rainfall was so intense that the ice in the valley began to melt, and the river running through the town opened up. It was then that I learned that Svalbard is the fastest-warming place on Earth. This experience deeply impacted me, inspiring a shift in my artistic practice to reflect the urgency of environmental issues, particularly the changing Arctic landscape. I returned to Svalbard for two artist residencies, further immersing myself in this unique environment and in Septemeber I had the most incredible experience circumnavigating Spitsbergen on a sailboat, where I was able to witness the awe-inspiring Arctic landscape up close.

I work primarily in mixed media, as I find it gives me the freedom to express the complexity and beauty of the rapidly changing environment. My work often incorporates abstract shapes and textures, capturing the transient nature of sea ice, glaciers, and the ocean.

Sea swimming, a daily ritual here in Cornwall, has also become an integral part of my creative process. What began as a personal passion has evolved into a deeper exploration of water, nature, and the power of the elements—furthering my connection to the landscapes I seek to represent.

Through my art, I aim to communicate my passion for the environment and raise awareness about the impact of climate change, hoping to inspire others to reflect on the delicate balance of our planet.