Somethings Coming

‘Somethings Coming’ was a very happy accident. As always, I build up layers upon layers of colour and texture. This time however, after one particularly colourful layer, I stopped. There was something there that I loved and didn’t want to cover it up. So, instead of subduing the colour, I embraced it!
This is such a statement piece. It’s even bolder and brighter in person. There’s still my signature texture and ink layers, still the luscious drips I love to include. This piece just happens to be a bit more colourful! Please note that there was no ‘white’ used in this painting. There’s various shades of off white and stone. It may appear white depending on what type of device you are viewing with.

I changed another thing while completing this piece. I didn’t listen to music. It was odd for me but I was able to listen to my own head and wasn’t influenced by the ‘vibe’ created from music. Instead, I ended up with a little tune from West Side Story stuck on loop. “Somethings coming, I don’t know, what it is, but it is, going to be great” it’s exactly how I felt while creating this piece. I didn’t know where it was going or what it would be. I just knew I was having fun and enjoying every minute of this ride. Fun fact: I played Maria in West Side Story when I was in grade 12. Very small town and didn’t have much competition for the role. 😝

This piece will be finished with a gloss varnish to truly make the colours come alive. The edges are painted black so absolutely no need to frame. There is a very faint signature on the front and it has also been signed on the back for authentication purposes. If you need any assistance or have questions, please reach out as I’m always happy to help.

*Please note these images are created using an app to show design and framing examples only and is not to exact scale . This piece is stretched & UNFRAMED so please check the dimensions before purchasing.

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I’ve always been the creative sort. Since I was very young I’ve been creating and exploring my surrounds. I grew up on large acreage in Canada and was fuelled by natural inspiration. The seasonal changes, the marshmallows of snow capped trees and the reflections off the lake still resonate with me. Now, I find myself staring at oceans and water and am stunned at how similar a winter landscape so closely resembles a crashing wave.

When I was completing my bachelors degree in interior design, I discovered abstract art. It felt so freeing and completely different than the technical constraints of interior design. Soon after completing my degree, I moved to Australia, became a full time interior designer yet continued painting so I had something to hang on my very bare walls.

I left my design career to focus on creating art and running the back end of our small construction company - yet I work from home so am able to sneak in some painting in between book work and emails. There’s never quite enough time to get into the studio and each piece takes approximately 30 hours to complete - hence I only release new work occasionally. I look forward to the time in my life that I’m able to be in the studio for days on end instead of being tied to my desk! I'm an 'occassional' artist. I paint when I can fit it in with my busy schedule.

With a background in sculpture and pottery, I use a lot of texture in my work to ‘sculpt’ an image. I love the depth and energy it creates. The texture layer guides the painting. Layer upon layer of colours, both acrylic and ink transform the texture into an energetic canvass, filled with nuances, surprises and life. There’s often over 30 layers of colour added to each piece and this creates a depth that’s quite difficult to photograph. Each piece is very unique. I don't often paint the same thing twice. I paint how I feel, what I feel, what mood I'm in. I'm always experimenting and love the process of discovery.

I am an intuitive artist and my work is a reflection of natural landscapes and my experiences of living in two very opposing climates and environments. I often dabble with other styles - because it simply feels like what I should be doing. My moods and experiences are always prevalent in my work. I currently reside up on the beautiful Sunshine Coast with my husband and 4 dogs and find endless inspiration in our adventures and on our property where we are surrounded by lush rainforests and beautiful greenery.

I always aim to create work that moves people and permits the viewer to see something others may not. I like to think that there’s often smaller paintings within the large one.

Thank you so very much for taking the time to view my work. It is so very much appreciated.