My work is rooted in observation, but guided by feeling. Working primarily in oil, I create portraits of people and animals that sit somewhere between realism and interpretation—where accuracy matters, but emotional presence matters more.

Across my work, there is a consistent pull toward intimacy. Whether painting a child absorbed in their own world, a figure in quiet repose, or an animal meeting the viewer’s gaze, I am drawn to moments that feel unguarded and authentic. These are not grand narratives, but small, human ones—gestures, expressions, and postures that reveal something deeper beneath the surface.

With a background in graphic design and a Master’s in multimedia, my approach is informed by composition, balance, and a sensitivity to colour. I often use simplified or atmospheric backgrounds and expressive palettes to create mood and draw attention to the subject.

Balancing control with looseness, I work with selective detail, soft edges, and layered texture to bring a sense of life and immediacy to each piece.

Ultimately, my work is about connection: between artist and subject, subject and viewer, and the subtle emotional spaces that exist in between.

Creating art has been a lifelong practice, and my transition into full-time fine art felt like a natural continuation of that path.