news, updates and behind the scenes to my studio and events
I’m incredibly excited to share that I was recently featured on the cover of Mueller Magazine, our vibrant neighborhood publication here in Austin! In this cover story, I had the pleasure of speaking with the wonderful writer Carmen Gray about my journey—from growing up in the UK and working as a scientist and management consultant, […]
The Magic of Sharing New Art There’s something magical, yet also deeply vulnerable, about unveiling new paintings to the public. It’s about exposing a part of your soul and eagerly anticipating the audience’s reactions. The opening reception for the Downtown Austin Space Activation (DASA) Residency was both heartwarming and uplifting. Witnessing the culmination of my
Austin-inspired Art: Highlights from the Opening of The Artist Residency Read More »
Today, I’m excited to take you behind the scenes of my current project at the Downtown Austin Space Activation (DASA) Residency. It’s been a month or so filled with intense creativity, learning, and some unexpected shifts in my plans. Adjusting Expectations and Embracing Challenges At the onset of this residency, I set myself an ambitious
Art in Progress: Growth & Learning in My First Artist Residency Read More »
As I progress through my artist residency with the Downtown Austin Space Activation (DASA), one of the most critical steps has been selecting the right colour palette. This process has been deeply inspired by both the natural landscapes and the urban energy of Austin, reflecting my personal experiences since making this city my new home.
Color My World: Choosing a Palette for My Residency Read More »
As part of my short artist residency with the Downtown Austin Space Activation (DASA), I’m creating paintings inspired by Austin, my current home. While I started with the exploring architecture, I’m excited to celebrate one of Texas’s most stunning natural features through these paintings—the springtime wildflowers. Their vibrant displays left lasting visual imprints on my
Since moving into my downtown studio at the start of this residency, my first mission was to truly connect with the heart of Austin. Wrapped up against the cold, headphones in, camera in hand, I began exploring the streets of downtown without a set path, driven by pure curiosity. Though I’ve been a resident of
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Welcome to My Artist Residency in Downtown Austin! I’m thrilled to kick off this blog series with some exciting news—I’ve recently begun my very first artist residency right here in the vibrant heart of downtown Austin, Texas! As this journey unfolds, I want to bring you along for the ride, sharing weekly glimpses behind the
A New Creative Project: the DASA Artist Residency Read More »
As we welcome the new year, I take a moment to reflect on the array of books that enriched my 2024. This year’s literary journey was filled with insightful explorations into productivity, inspiring tales of creativity, and captivating stories that spanned a variety of cultures and emotions. Each book offered a unique lens through which
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There’s something magical about stepping out of your comfort zone and trying something new. It activates a different part of your brain and brings a childlike joy and wonder into your life. That’s exactly how I felt during a recent 2.5-hour floral arranging workshop with McQueen’s Floral School in Seoul, Korea. While I adore flowers
Trying something new with flowers: Arranging instead of Painting Read More »
#the100dayproject Hey creative friends! 🎨 This week marks the kickoff of something pretty exciting – my first-ever 100 Day Project. In this blog post, I’m sharing my thinking on why I’m diving into this challenge, the plan, and my expectations for the next 100 days. Motivation I didn’t start this 100 Day Project on a
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