In My Thoughts Grew Legs, I explore the restless nature of thought—how an idea, once formed, rarely stays still. This ceramic multiple-figure sculpture represents the moments when inner dialogue becomes external action, when internal narratives escape the mind and begin to move in the world. Each figure embodies a different thread of thought—some hesitant, others […]
Madhubani Indian art is famous for its vibrancy of colours, geometric patterns, and painting of animals or plants. It is done on paper, canvas, or fabric. This captured my attention to paint a lovely bottle and wine glass in its full decorum. To me, this is a perfect subject for still life.
Simplicity enhances beauty . A very simple subject can be effective and eye-catching. Thus, I was inspired to paint a red vase with yellow flowers. I added a peacock on the vase to capture its oriental look and choosing complimentary colours.
Mardi Gras of Traffic Cones #1 - 2025
Ceramic piece with coloured glass. The surface was altered chemically and thermically, stamp impressions applied, underglaze colours were applied in several layers. Fired at 1000° C and 1170° C. Waikato clay was used.
Mardi Gras of Traffic Cones #3 - 2025
Ceramic piece with coloured glass. The surface was altered chemically and thermically, stamp impressions applied, underglaze colours were applied in several layers. Fired at 1000° C and 1170° C. Waikato clay was used.
Ceramic piece with deliberate cracks. The surface was altered chemically and thermically. Iron pigment based underglazes were applied. The inside was glazed using colourless, food-safe glaze. Fired at 1000° C and 1170° C. Waikato clay was used.
You Should have been here yesterday, the weather was amazing. - 2025
My work explores the future of culture and the creativity of humanity in an age shaped by technology and ecological tension. I reflect on themes of confinement, and the quite conflict between nature and artificial intelligence. This piece is a meditation on the paths we choose – and what it reveals about us.
Fabric art framed picture depicting snow and tussock grasses that are plentiful in Otago
