By using acrylic paint and collaged images, I aim to capture the natural beauty and wonder which we experience in nature. These profound and magical emotions associated with awe are captured in colourful gradients and vivid brushstrokes. As a young child we experience these moments frequently; a privilege we often outgrow. I believe this wonderful and often forgotten way of seeing the world has an impact on our emotional wellbeing.
With manipulated images I create visually appealing compositions with loose, abstract narratives. I enjoy blurring the lines between reality and dreams by mixing familiar imagery with vivid colours and unbounded forms. At the core of my practice is a sense of escapism. There is the desire to escape back into landscapes, dreams and memories. To create worlds you can get lost in.
Through the act of painting, I can tap into a ‘flow state’ which transports me back to these magical places I’ve experienced throughout my life. Painting is an effort to get back this feeling of awe; a way for me to capture it and transport the viewer to other planes. The awe and inspiring energy of nature propels me to create the dream-like wonder I experienced.
