I work in a range of mediums, with years of experience in impressionist and realist painting. My aim when painting is not just to achieve accuracy, but to create a striking piece that couldn’t be replaced with a photo. I like to think that I’m not only painting the way something looks, but the way it feels.
My paintings often have a narrative element because I alter the contrast, framing and colour of a subject to emphasise its defining features. In my practice, I have been known to combine multiple reference photos to really capture the subject. I also tend to use strong tonal values and multiple layers to create depth.
I love painting portraits because I believe that how a person holds themselves can reveal a lot about their character. I also love painting landscapes, animals, and surrealist pieces.