Taking time out

This piece is called “taking time out”

Sometimes as an artist (and a mum) I need to take time to recharge and reflect. For me, time away from the house and in nature is where I feel at ease. I love the peace and quiet and enjoy the sound of the waves, birds and breeze.
I hope this painting is a reminder to you that it’s ok to take time out, time away, time off - whatever you need to recharge yourself. Do whatever fills your cup so that you can be there for others.

In my usual colour palette with some luscious texture.

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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.