Wilfred the Winter Bird.

After watching a David Attenborough documentary that introduced me to a species of birds called Oriental Pheasants, I immediately put pencil to paper and began to create. This piece brings winter to my mind with its cool colours of blue, hints of mauve with some metallic highlights throughout. The pumpkin background and gold hued hand drawn crosshatch pattern makes sure it is still packing a powerful colourful punch.

The copper leaf frame seems to glow both night and day. The effect it has on the artwork is delightful. The warmth and luminescence catches each tiny metallic embellishment within Wilfred beautifully, cleverly guiding your eyes to take in and appreciate all his intricate detail. I really love the elegance of this piece.

Wilfred is attached to the hand drawn backing with double sided foam tape that gives it a 3D effect.

This piece was made using Sennelier soft oil pastels and 300gsm archival pastel paper. This is part of an ongoing series of oriental Pheasants depicting the four seasons.

Exhibited at 53rd Camberwell Art Show 2018

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I am a Melbourne local and it's only recently that I have been able to make the time to explore my dreams of an art career.

I paint a lot of pet portraits and animals in general. I really love researching whatever subject I may be drawn to - I have a drive not only to create animal portraits but learn about my subjects as well. Both pastimes are equally as fascinating for me.

I have also found a passion for painting pieces on fabric that are then used to reupholster furniture; antique chairs and ottomans to date, which adds a whole new dimension to my process. I'm really enjoying seeing the transformation of these pieces and the pleasure others get from my work is a great driver!

Colour, animals and bringing happiness to the world are my main inspirations. Oil pastel, Gouache and Acrylic are my favourite mediums however I love creating in many different styles depending on who/what each piece is for. I look at the world with eyes peeled for opportunities to portray it through my eyes... Patterned backgrounds have also become a signature style of mine.