Springtime In bloom

‘Springtime in bloom’ is a combination of my favourite colours. A reference to my British heritage with the imported gin and some gorgeous dried Banksia, a permanent reminder of where I am and how far I’ve come.
Framed by my local framers with sustainable timber using offcuts from the framing business (normally these gorgeous offcuts would go in the bin! The inside edges of the frame are painted with a deep pink, I believe the frame to be an extended part of the overall piece and I love customising them.
Waxed timber and canvas varnished to preserve for future years.

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I am a Brisbane based still life painter with British roots whose work explores the emotional resonance of everyday objects. My paintings centre on familiar domestic elements—fruit, flowers, mugs and collected vessels—arranged in intimate table settings that reflect themes of memory, ritual and connection to home. Drawing on my British background alongside my life in Australia, I’m interested in the quiet traditions that shape daily life, such as morning tea, shared meals and moments gathered around the table.
My colour palette is vibrant and expressive, often drawing on the bold visual language of 1990s pop culture and graphic design. Within these compositions I frequently include gin bottles and other familiar objects as subtle references to the rhythms of modern motherhood—the small moments of pause, humour and resilience that exist within busy family life. These elements introduce a playful narrative while reflecting the balance between domestic routine and personal identity.
I paint the quiet moments we almost miss — the objects that outlive us and the rituals that hold us together.