I have been an embroidery and textile artist for about 30 years. My first works were following patterns and learning simple ideas. After a few years of this, I decided that these were all very nice, but it would be even better to use my painting and design skills to "draw" my own designs and interpret them.

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My career and other leisure choices centred around the natural environment, hence this is where I draw most of my inspiration. Therefore my works are a celebration of beautiful things: plants, small creatures, juxtaposition of glorious colours!

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In June 2016 I took advantage when in London on holiday to take a class at the Royal School of Needlework at the beautiful Hampton Court Palace (photo). 

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​More recently I have been working on more abstract stitch works. 

I recently moved to Waikanae which is small town near Wellington lying between the sea and a bush-covered hillside - both inspirations for art.

 

Ace of Clubs: goldwork piece created for Upper

Hutt Bridge Club (2019)