I have always painted but took it up seriously about 8 years ago and have never stopped. I learnt much from the many artists I admire and have been fortunate to have studied at length with some of those who inspire me - Regina Hona, Stephen Powell and Carmel Mahoney. My parents, sister and friends have also been a wonderful support team as well as my teachers.
I travel regularly to the places where the wild animals dwell to gather reference material and to experience the animals, their lives and evironment. I have also done conservation volunteer work in South Africa where it was possible to get 'up close and personal' with lions, leopards and cheetahs.
Memberships:
Australian Guild of Realist Artists (A.G.R.A.)
Pastel Society of Victoria (P.S.V.)
(Past editor of Pastel News)
Untamed Artists Network
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