I make work that is either figurative or semi-abstract landscape, both arising from the act of drawing, not primarily as an observed record - but describing experience and memory, sometimes obscured by time.  

 

Processes are important and I may use layering, mixed media, dripping, pouring, drawing with sticks – these all assist in suppressing the ego, diverting the conscious mind to allow materials and processes to reveal something workable, something that communicates personal encounters, maybe on the ocean, surfing, sailing, tasting salt tasting spray, remembering misty days, cherishing a good wave……..  

 

I try to simplify and to look fresh at a time, a space, an object removed from its surroundings, often just glimpsed and revealed.