Being brought up in Heidelberg, I have been surrounded by the arts, works of impressionism and realism as the famous painters of the Heidelberg arts school had once created before me. Having travelled far and wide as a young and independent woman and experiencing many things, I am now beginning to come into my own as I mould my love of the old and the new arts, sometimes creating pieces with a more contemporary feel, whilst staying true to my impressionist roots.
With my loving and supportive family and friends behind me, I began my journey 11 years ago attending tonal painting classes at Montsalvat (Eltham) under the watchful eye of Jenny Mitchel (then resident artist) the following year I joined a local art group (Thou Art Mum) to which my role as an artist quickly ascended into various roles such as secretary, Vice President and as an ongoing fellow member of the committee organised multiple art exhibitions throughout the years. During this time, I also became a member of The Victorian Artists Society in which I undertook workshop classes with Barbara McManus and the opportunity to submit my work in various group themed exhibitions. In 2018 I decided to leave Thou Art Mum to broaden my experiences thus going back to my roots with The Heidelberg Arts Society.
During my everyday life, I will sometimes venture out and paint plein en air or alternatively with camera in hand observe and then capture a moment which inspires me to pick up a brush and paint the true beauty of the world around me. For me, inspiration can come from anywhere, whether it be on a family outing or just a walk in the park with my westie and partner in crime, Pablo.
Workshops
2010 - Tonal painting classes with Resident Artist Jenny Mitchell undertook at Montsalvat (Eltham)
2015 - Portrait classes with Barbara McManus undertook at The Victorian Artist Society
Community Art Group (Nillumbik/Banyule Shire Council regions)
2011- 2014 Subcommittee member of a local art group (TAM) Thou Art Mum (35 members)
2014 – 2016 Vice President of Thou Art Mum
Currently - Member of The Victorian Artists Society and The Heidelberg Artists Society
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