I am an artist living and working in Neath and have taught Physical Education at Llangatwg Community School in Cadoxton on the outskirts of Neath, since 2002. The landscapes of South and West Wales, and predominately the Vale of Neath provide the inspiration for my painting.
I have sketched and painted the Vale of Neath for as long as I can remember and my current body of work captures it’s fields, mountains and forest roads. I feel a great connection with this landscape as a result of many observing it in its many varied weather conditions.
My paintings start with sketches on site with the oil painting completed in the studio. The palette knife has always been a favourite tool for me with oil paint the ideal companion in creating the thick layers in interpreting the landscape’s textures and forms.
I have exhibited at the Queen Street Gallery Neath, the Albany Gallery, Cardiff, the Welsh Artist of the Year Exhibition, the Royal West of England Academy in Bristol, Cork Street in London, and the Society of Graphic Fine Art in London.
My work can currently be seen and available to purchase from the Queen Street Gallery in Neath, South Wales and the Albany Gallery in Cardiff, South Wales.