Venice Winter Evening

This drawing captures a scene bathed in mystery and intrigue. Executed in striking black and white, the piece employs strong contrasts to amplify its dramatic impact. The dim glow of an antique street lamp casts elongated shadows across the architectural elements, emphasising the grandeur of the columns that frame the background. Central to the composition, two indistinct figures appear in motion, their blurred forms suggesting movement and depth. The reflection on the wet pavement adds another layer of complexity, enhancing the atmospheric tension. This intricate interplay of light and shadow not only defines the spatial dynamics of the setting but also evokes a feeling of timelessness. The artist's precision in using monochromatic tones reveals an exceptional ability to convey emotion and narrative through minimalist yet evocative imagery.

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I loved to draw and paint from a very early age. I was fascinated by the capability of artists to bring to life the world around them; to represent form, light and shade; to create three dimensions within two.

Simultaneously I was drawn to photography. From my earliest self-processed black and white prints to the sophistication of modern digital manipulation, I have always taken pictures.

In my professional life I established and ran successful creative businesses in London, Luxembourg, Malaga, Berlin and Sydney. I held senior roles in prominent design practices and advertising agencies, including the creative directorship of Europe's first online service.

More recently I taught design at universities and design schools in Sydney, Australia and Southern Spain with particular focus upon sustainable design thinking, human-centred design and developing successful design practice.

I began my career as a junior illustrator in London. It's therefore appropriate that with more time on my hands these days I should return to my first love.