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Stooped low, almost in a crawl. His golden glare pins you to your spot. His brow furrows. Listening. What does this charcoal and pastel portrait tell you about this boy? Why is he hiding in the shadows? What story is hiding within his gaze? By combining light, contrast, and unusual colour choice, I create discordant…

In many cultures, turtles are symbolic, representing patience, wisdom, endurance, and good luck. This piece is a reminder to absorb the beauty and humility of the wildlife around us, and to do more to protect these fragile ecosystems. Or they may be lost to us forever Pastels 2018

As a regional Australian artist, I’m surrounded by bush and farmland, but I feel an affinity with water. I’m drawn to it. It calms me, entices me, and calls to me like a siren. When recreating this landscape, I felt immersed in the softness of the pastels. Layering and blending colours to recreate the reflection…

Sometimes in our lives we need to find the courage to stand up for ourselves. To express our anger, frustrations and share our burdens. And when we do, good things happen. We connect. We heal. We inspire change. We grow. This raw and intense pastel colour drawing is about giving you permission to express yourself.…

Commissioned piece Pastels 2021