This watercolour portrays the delicate blossoms of a cherry tree that will later bear dark cherries. Painted with transparent layers and soft colours, it celebrates the quiet beauty of spring and the promise of the season to come.
Inspired by one of New Zealand’s rare cherry blossom avenues, this watercolour celebrates the arrival of spring. Sunlight, flowering trees, and a quiet country road lead the eye towards a distant homestead, capturing the sense of hope, renewal, and tranquility found in the changing seasons.
This watercolour captures a peaceful moonrise over Tairua Beach, where the soft pink and purple hues of the Belt of Venus briefly coloured the evening sky. The quiet shoreline, gentle waves, and rising moon create a moment of calm, inviting the viewer to pause and appreciate the beauty of New Zealand’s changing light.
Grace Beneath the Waves - 2026
Bathed in soft light and carried by gental currents the sea turtle moves through the ocean with timeless elegance. A symbol of endurance, wisdom and tranquility, it invites the viewer to pause and appreciate the quiet beauty that exists beneath the surface. The work is a reflection on freedom, connection with nature, and the serenity […]
A celebration of the quiet beauty found where land meets sea. The distant headland, rolling waves and endless sky create a sense of peace and possibility, while the footprints in the sand remind us that every journey begins with a single step. This work invites viewers to pause, reflect and loose themselves in the calm […]
Hello Ruru invites the viewer to pause and share a quiet moment with one of Aotearoa’s treasured native birds. Created in charcoal, this intimate portrait celebrates the ruru’s expressive eyes, soft plumage, and gentle presence through subtle layers of light, shadow, and texture. The close composition encourages a personal connection, revealing the quiet dignity and […]
This painting was inspired by a photograph my husband took during a road trip through Christchurch several years ago. I was captivated by the duck gliding across the water, surrounded by reflections and colours that created an almost dreamlike, psychedelic atmosphere.
Our cat, Caxton, enjoys the gentle warmth of the morning sun streaming into the dining room. In the background are two pieces of Japanese antique furniture, adding a sense of history and quiet harmony to this peaceful moment.
