January

Happy New Year! Orkney is covered in snow at the moment and is looking wonderful.  The usual vibrant colours have turned monochrome with small hints of blue sky appearing now and again to show the islands at their best.  This is what I so love about Orkney, each season shows it off in a new way, makes … More January

December

December already. The last twelve months have whizzed past – like a lot of folk I’ve only gotten used to writing 2025 and the time is nearly here to write 2026! Isn’t it crazy how time works? I’m really aware that nothing said above is very unique (actually laughing at myself writing that as the … More December

November

Over half way through November already. The darker days have arrived and today it feels colder than it has for some time, a few snowflakes falling so could be in for a chilly few days. The heater is on full tilt to help keep warm in the studio, while artwork is packaged ready for the … More November

October

A few trips to Spain have taken up this month. Swimming in the Mediterranean, soaking up the sun, being surrounded by Gaudi and Miro and spending time with family.  In between times, painting has been intense, walks have been needed to refocus and thoughts that go along with preparing for a solo exhibition have been on … More October