My Journey

From Pencils to Pixels

My earliest works were tentative pencil sketches and charcoal studies—monochrome explorations of light and shadow, line and form. These media allowed me to develop a foundational understanding of composition and movement. Charcoal, in particular, lent itself to the wildness of animal fur and the soft, hazy edges of petals, giving even the simplest sketches a sense of motion and life.

As my confidence grew, I ventured into acrylics, relishing the boldness of colour and the satisfaction of layering paint onto canvas. Acrylics offered a new sense of immediacy—each stroke a commitment—but I soon realised that my true affinity lay elsewhere. Watercolour, with its unpredictable flows and translucent washes, felt like a living medium. Its capacity for accident and spontaneity mirrored my experience of the natural world: sometimes unruly, always surprising, never quite within my control.

My style evolved in tandem with my materials. At first, I strove for photo-realism, meticulously rendering every whisker, every vein in a leaf. Yet, as the seasons passed, I found myself drawn to looser, more expressive techniques. I began to embrace the fluidity of watercolour, letting colours bleed and edges soften, allowing the vitality of my subjects to shine through rather than be constrained by precision. There is a joy letting water flow on the page to evoke emotion and memory.

Digital Horizons: New Tools, New Possibilities

Having honed my skills with traditional media, I embarked on a new chapter as a digital artist. The leap to digital illustration has opened up a world of possibilities—unlimited palettes, endless layers, the ability to experiment and revise without fear. While I remain deeply connected to the tactile pleasure of pencil on paper and the unpredictable magic of watercolour, digital tools have allowed me to push my work in new directions, exploring stylised forms and bold compositions.

My digital portfolio reflects this spirit of experimentation. I am currently developing a series of collections, still inspired by animals and plants to develop a portfolio of work that I hope to bring the joy of nature into home furnishing and household items. The digital medium lends itself to storytelling and my drawings have personal meaning to me and the emotions I am feeling which I hope brings delight to my followers. My goal is to break into the world of illustration, creating artwork that celebrates my view of the natural world.