Blending impressionist influence with bold, Fauvist-inspired colour, my work explores the emotional depth of people through intuitive mark-making and vivid contrast.
Colour as Emotion
I’m drawn to faces — not just how they look, but what they’re hiding. My portraits are never about perfect likeness. Instead, I use colour, exaggeration, and rhythm to express what’s underneath the surface: tension, curiosity, sadness, resilience.
Each piece is a kind of inner landscape. A person’s gaze, a furrow of a brow, a flash of reflected colour — these details guide me as I draw. I hope viewers don’t just see a portrait, but feel something stir in response.
Charcoal allows me to strip away distractions — to focus on tension, form, and quiet emotion. In these works, I explore the body as both strength and vulnerability, using deep shadow and light to sculpt mood.
Each piece in this collection captures something raw, human, and in motion.
Whether you’re seeking a personal piece, a meaningful gift, or a custom artwork for your space, I offer commissioned portraits tailored to your vision.
Please feel free to enquire about commission options, sizes, and pricing.