As an introspective observer and day-dreamer, art has always been in my blood.

Whilst studying Fine Art at Uni, I fell madly in love with portraiture. It became my vehicle to explore the painting process and I spent much time trying to find my unique visual language. When I threw a jar of diluted oils onto a canvas – a strange and messy language was born. I was enchanted by the push and pull of poured paint and the challenge of shaping it into a portrait. It is order and chaos – a constant tension between the controlled and uncontrolled. My favourite parts of a portrait sit in this intriguing space where things are familiar but unfamiliar, real but unreal.

This has become the language I use to examine contemporary representations of women and the female gaze. Based in East London, I’m delighted to have exhibited across the UK, Europe and Australia.