Tea Time

I was inspired by my love of tea, tea pots and tea paraphernalia. Also, the positive impact of a cup of tea, either on one's own or with friends. I have a tea corner in my kitchen which I love. I was given a book on tea health and wellbeing; the recipes utilise herbs from the garden to address all sorts of aliments. The tea pot in this painting was a gift to me. I have maintained an individual style for this painting, looseness and obvious brush strokes to give a finish of imperfection. The leaf in this painting is a Lemon Myrtle sprig from my garden; Lemon Myrtle makes the most wonderful healing tea.

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I live and work in Brisbane Queensland. I was born in Emerald in Central Queensland. During my childhood I was introduced to art and painting by family friend and artist Lee Kempson. While I was originally self-taught, I am now fortunate to be mentored by local and international artist Alan Morrison. I work mainly in acrylic on canvas, and I prefer to work on large canvases. I enjoy painting landscapes and seascapes often of locations I have been to or that have special meaning to me; even sometimes in my own back yard to convey the connections to nature in your own space. Over time I have moved from photorealism to a looser style in the search for a more individual style. I particularly like to capture light and reflection in my artwork.
Painting brings me peace and focus. I work as a Registered Nurse in the community with women who have been in prison. My art provides me with a space to reflect. I embrace all that is wonderful in nature and being outdoors is both grounding and inspirational.
I endeavour to pass on the same appreciation of nature in my artwork - be that in bush walking, gardening or on your own unit balcony - any space that creates a sense of belonging and tranquillity.