My
influences can be traced back to childhood where I was engaged with all
things from the natural world; particularly the trees, animals, bugs
and flowers that resided in my backyard.
I
would often be found with my face close to the grass following ants,
worms and spiders along their journey through the serrated green blades
of grass, curious about what they were up to and where they were headed
with such purpose.
It
is clear that my photography follows this trend of getting up close and
personal, as I once did with the Lilliputian world that exists in
almost every Aussie backyard.
Later
on, after years of travel and living abroad, my influences were the
people I met from the different cultures. My art practice turned to
water colours and exploring the many faces I met along the way.
After
obtaining my Master of Art Therapy and realising the healing qualities
of art, my art practice has swung towards investigating my observations
about how humans react and interact with the environment. I am also
exploring the many varied relationships I have with family and friends
how are still here with me or who have passed through yet left indelible
imprints in my life.