I have enjoyed art and creativity since school age. It was only after raising a family I had a chance to pursue my artistic dream. During my art 'O' Levels I enjoyed using charcoal, ink and water colour. I never expected to turn out as a stone sculptor and stained glass artist!
Originally I learnt the basics of stone-carving at a local workshop. My stained glass and other skills came later and were learnt from workshops courses and experiment.
All of my work really comes from the heart, from where I grew up in Celtic Cornwall. Who could not be inspired by the bleak moorland, granite outcrops and mystical ancient woodlands, and of course the Atlantic Ocean? Local legends and stories of old are a source of wonder and inspiration. Animals and nature feature massively in my work too along with those wonderful Granite Celtic crosses and ancient Churches with their beautiful stained glass windows.
My artistic work continues to evolve and I am constantly experimenting with different techniques and ideas. That's the thing about Art - you never stop learning.
I exhibit all of my work (and experiments!) at my home and place of work during Oxfordshire Artweeks. Sculptures are on display in my pretty garden, my work space is open for you to see and there is a small gallery in the house for smaller items and indoor sculpture. I will be on hand to talk about my work and demonstrate stone carving. Of course my work will be for sale. Entry is free and there are plenty of places to sit down and enjoy the garden.
The venue will be signposted and there is plenty of off road parking.
I look forward to welcoming you here and hope you discover something you love!