I love looking for inspiration in the world around me.

One of my favourite ways to get out of my creative box and expand my thinking is by going on an art date. The concept of an art date is nothing new, but it allows you to set time aside to step away from creating and focus on absorbing.

All paintings tell stories, but the one behind Gentle Embrace is very close to my heart.

I’ve been living in rented spaces for my entire adult life. And I know that’s the reality for most. White walls, temporary locations, and a lack of personality.

When I originally decided to give abstract painting a go at the end of 2022, I started with mixed media, primarily working with acrylic. Learning a new medium is always a fun and thorny journey, and my initial attempts were very messy and full of chaotic energy. I saved a few of them a reminder of where my journey began, and to be able to reflect on how far I’ve come since.