My atmospheric semi-abstract landscapes seek to capture the essence of my connection with Cornwall. A memory of a place, an experience or moment that reveals itself in surprising ways and creates a sense of the unexepected.

My current work explores a fascination with and connection to Cornwall and my memories of the landscape. The dramatic North Cornwall coast and the wild moors provide endless inspiration as I seek to express my connection to the county. 

Using mainly acrylic paint, sometimes combined with collage and oil pastels, allows for rapid application of layers to retain an energy and vigour. This is key to representing the wild weather and dramatic skies that hold such great appeal. 

The paintings are often constructed of many layers, with paint applied then scraped back and reapplied. This creates a rich, weathered appearance, and a limited palette creates a harmony in the work whilst allowing dramatic and bold colour contrasts.

I begin each painting intuitively, with no particular composition in mind. At some point a memory is triggered, of an undefined place, that starts to evolve into what will become the final piece.  Whilst these are not intended to be realistic representations of particular locations, they often provoke a sense of the familiar in the viewer, a place they can relate to, which draws them in for a closer look.

As the rich layers and textures reveal themselves there are hidden gems to be found – and I invite the viewer to take their time and enjoy their discoveries.