Born in Australia, I have spent most of my life in Sydney and am currently based in Miranda in the Sutherland Shire. I have been creating art since early childhood, beginning at around the age of four. My primary mediums have traditionally been ballpoint pen and high-quality pencils, though in recent years I have expanded my practice to include pastels and paint.
I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts, where I focused primarily on drawing and painting. In addition, I have undertaken studies in forensic linguistics, an academic field that has deepened my understanding of language, meaning, and interpretation. While I have benefited from formal education, much of my artistic development has been self-directed, allowing me to cultivate a distinct and personal visual language.
My current focus is on creating work that resonates with a broader audience while remaining true to my artistic voice. This voice is grounded in immersion—producing pieces that engage viewers both from a distance and at close range, and that maintain visual impact across varying lighting conditions. Central to my practice is the idea of catharsis, expressed through line work and subject matter. My background in forensic linguistics informs this process, sharpening my sensitivity to symbolism, subtext, and the ways meaning can be constructed, concealed, or revealed within an image. While I strive for consistency in voice, I also embrace experimentation, often incorporating mixed media—combining ink, paint, pencil, and pastel within a single work. This shift has become increasingly important as I move toward larger formats and canvas-based work.
My creative process typically begins with imagining how a subject might emerge on a blank canvas, filtered through my own experiences and perspective. Symbolism in my work often draws from storytelling, psychology, theology, and cultural references. For example, my depictions of animals such as hyenas and wild dogs balance menace with dark humour, evoking both mythological tricksters and familiar human archetypes. These elements prevent the work from becoming overly solemn, acknowledging that survival is often shaped by irony, absurdity, and unexpected moments of levity.
At its core, my work explores catharsis and resilience—learning to confront pain honestly, remain present, and continue forward without apology. This foundation developed through earlier explorations of wild animals—wolves, lions, hyenas, wolverines, and eagles—which symbolised instinct, endurance, and survival. More recent works shift toward portraits of the human figure under pressure: masked, armoured, haunted, theatrical, sacred, and profane. While no longer strictly wildlife, these figures retain a raw, feral energy.
Looking ahead, I aim to create work that connects with a wider audience—pieces that are both impactful and relatable, and that can be exhibited and sold while maintaining the integrity of my artistic vision.