Recent Works
2020-
The vibrant beauty of Australia's plants and flowers currently fuels my artistic journey. I see my work as a celebration of the intricate details and lively hues found in our unique flora, their grace, resilience, and diversity.
Nature isn't just my inspiration; it's my responsibility. I'm deeply passionate about sustainability, from using eco-friendly art supplies to only partnering with printers and producers who are transparent about their sustainable practices, I'm on a mission to create art that doesn't harm the environment.
My works are displayed in galleries and homes across the globe. It's not just about aesthetics; it's about fostering a connection between people and the remarkable world of Australian flora.
Gossypium australe, native cotton
2021, graphite on Arches paper
commission - anniversary present
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Jane contacted me last month with an idea for a wedding anniversary gift for her husband, David. Traditionally the 2nd anniversary present is cotton and Jane had the beautifully creative idea of commissioning a piece depicting Australian Cotton (Gossypium australe), a plant I hadnt met but was very keen to get to know.
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The piece I produced for Jane is in the tradition of the 17th and 18th century naturalists who documented their discoveries in extreme detail.
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This work has a lot of heart in it as it’s a celebration of not only Jane and David’s love for each other, but also of my love of love and native plants!
I am so grateful to get to make art for beautiful people who share similar views and passions, it's definitely one of my favourite things in life.
Radiant Reds:
Kangaroo Paw
Waratah
Grevillea
2022, watercolour, gouache and pen on Arches paper, 21 x 21cm
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Leaf Litter
2020, watercolour on Arches paper, 21 x 29.7cm
'Graces come the sooner to those adorned with flowers’ — Sappho
2023, Gouache on Arches paper, 31 x 28cm
Throughout history the queer community has used many hidden symbols and codifiers to signal to other queer people in public spaces. For many, these codes were the safest way to communicate and ensure their personal security.
Ever since Sappho wrote of violets in her lover’s hair in c. 600 BCE, this flower has been used in floriography, art, theatre and poetry as a representation of feminine love.
For this piece I have chosen to lovingly depict a native Australian violet as a representation of my own queerness and a modern nod to Sappho and those symbols we still use today to proudly signal that we are members of the community.
Willy Milly Ironbark
2023, Watercolour and Gouache on Arches paper, 29.7 x 42cm
Throughout history the queer community has used many hidden symbols and codifiers to signal to other queer people in public spaces. For many, these codes were the safest way to communicate and ensure their personal security.
Ever since Sappho wrote of violets in her lover’s hair in c. 600 BCE, this flower has been used in floriography, art, theatre and poetry as a representation of feminine love.
For this piece I have chosen to lovingly depict a native Australian violet as a representation of my own queerness and a modern nod to Sappho and those symbols we still use today to proudly signal that we are members of the community.
’Graces come the sooner to those adorned with flowers’ — Sappho
Gouache on Arches Paper
31 x 28 cm
Throughout history the queer community has used many hidden symbols and codifiers to signal
to other queer people in public spaces. For many, these codes were the safest way to
communicate and ensure their personal security.
Ever since Sappho wrote of violets in her lover’s hair in c. 600 BCE, this flower has been used in
floriography, art, theatre and poetry as a representation of feminine love.
For this piece I have chosen to lovingly depict a native Australian violet as a representation of my
own queerness and a modern nod to Sappho and those symbols we still use today to proudly
signal that we are members of the community.
