After graduating in 1979 I setup a design company, along with a fellow graduate, in Stoke-on-Trent. The company, Hearsay Audio-visual Ltd, provided audio-visual and graphic design solutions to businesses. In 1981 I married and left UK to live in Bangkok with my husband before moving to Hong Kong where we lived until 1998. During our time in Hong Kong I established my own graphic design company, Printline Ltd which I ran for 10 years. Both businesses, whilst they have been in creative media, did not nurture my dream to paint; to explore boundaries; to experiment; …to have fun like when you were a kid! During these years I also learnt Chinese Brush painting (my Chinese teacher was horriified that I was left handed!) a very disciplined yet free art form. 



My family and I returned to the UK in 1998. When we returned I promised myself that I would explore my painting and take time out from work. At the time I did not know that it would be quite the journey that it has been but I started painting.

I have a cluster of people both friends and professionals who have been a significant part of my journey. Individuals from whom I have drawn strength, confidence, insight and self-belief. I would not be painting without their continued, solid, consistent support.

To these people, you know who you are, I am extremely grateful. Thank you!