I've always liked pictures. As a child I played for hours with a camera (no film in it as it was expensive to have photos developed then). I liked art at secondary school but didn't like the art teachers so didn't pursue art to examination levels. Then one holiday some years ago I took an introductory watercolour class, realised "I can do this", and became hooked.
Now I paint & draw using a variety of media, dependent on the subject and effects I want to achieve. I produce artwork because I enjoy it. Experimenting with art materials and taking a blank piece of paper or canvas and turning and idea into a unique piece of art.
I continue to develop my skills - as things capture my interest. I enjoy learning - trying new media and techniques and passing this knowledge on. My art journey continues - in fact, it will probably never end.
I take photographs because I find pleasure capturing and sharing some of the beauty in the world as I encounter it
I live in Kirkby Stephen, in the beautiful Eden Valley Cumbria, England - a source of inspiration and the location of many of my photos.
I have links with several art organisations including being:
A professional associate of The SAA
A member of the Eden Valley Artistic Network
A member of Prom Art
Secretary for the Brough and Stainmore Art Group
Below you can see a video of some of my favourite pictures from 2023.
