About
My paintings explore memory, tenderness, myth and transformation. I am fascinated by creating arrangements that linger in the imagination; symbolic objects, contemplative or sleeping figures and moments where the everyday becomes extraordinary. In my world, women are guardians, vessels depict renewal and birds are tiny witnesses. My primary influences range from nature and Asian culture to literature and dreams.
On Kintsugi
Discovering the ancient Japanese art of kintsugi came at a significant moment in my life. I was deeply moved not only by the beauty of repairing fractured porcelain with gold, but by the profound philosophy it embodies: that what has been broken need not be hidden, but honoured. Through my own paintings of repaired vessels, I hope to play a very small part in continuing this ritual, celebrating resilience, transformation and the unexpected beauty that emerges with restoration.
I was born in the north east of Scotland to parents with a medical background and deep passion for animals, art and culture. Looking back now I can see how they embraced the strange and imaginative ways of their somewhat other-worldly daughter by encouraging an endless curiousity of the world around me.
I obtained my Bachelor of Arts degree in Fine Art at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design before spending several years living in Spain and The Netherlands.
Living overseas, I drew constantly and it provided a wealth of ideas. I then began my professional career after returning to Scotland. Since then, I have had the privilege of being represented by leading contemporary galleries across the UK, receiving three awards and building a loyal collector base both in Britain and Internationally.
Today, my paintings are held in private collections in the UK, Switzerland, The Netherlands, Japan and the United States.
The Story so far…
I believe every artist discovers a place that feels strangely familiar.
For me, that place is Vietnam.
Learning the language has become one of the greatest joys of my life, opening a door into a culture, history and way of seeing the world that resonates deeply and inspires me every day.
As I prepare for my first journey to Vietnam in autumn, I feel the beginnings of a new artistic chapter taking shape, one that will be informed by it’s landscapes, busy markets and ancient traditions.
I look forward to sharing my journey with you through my future paintings.
The Next chapter…
“Tôi mơ về Việt Nam,
còn Việt Nam mơ về tôi”
