Bringing to life people, places, and feelings through collage.

My work brings together analog collage and intricate painting, taking inspiration from my photography, Indian travels, people, and pets. When a commission is received, I take into account the colours, feeling, and aesthetic, trying to capture the character of the prompt or simply use my own inspiration from my thoughts and travels around the world.
In addition to original collages I am launching hand embellished limited edition Giclee prints.
Each print is handprinted and gold leaf producing unique images

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Who am I?

I have always been involved in the Arts, whether as a Producer, Arts Manager or Photographer. My work was based around developing young creative talent, now, following the worldwide lockdown, I have had a chance to explore again my own creative expression in the form of collage and painting. As a Birmingham based contemporary artist I use local themes as well as artwork which challenges female stereotypes. I enjoy meeting people at Birmingham Open Studio (Sept/Oct 2023) and have valued reaching people and sharing my work through, Instagram, Facebook and exhibiting at Ikon Contemporary Art Gallery .

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Waterfall Women

This piece began with a photo of a waterfall taken in France. As it developed inspiration came to use the body of water as the dress of a women, delicately
falling into the earth

Frame Size 29x34cm
SOLD

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This Secret

Started in Goa, India, using phrases from Hindu texts and vintage calendars. An interesting juxtaposing of women from contemporary and ancient imagery.

Framed size 32x39cm

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Kings Heath Spirit

If you’re from Birmingham, this Kings Heath collage/painting is perfect as a gift if you know someone who enjoys this friendly village.

Canvas Size 20x25cm
SOLD

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Moseley Vibe

A new piece created during lockdown where I live. A mixture of all the places and people of this bubbling City village.

Size 31x40cm
SOLD

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Man with the moustache

In India there is a competition for the longest moustache and this man is so pleased with himself to win. It makes me so happy to see his smile. This is first piece I sold during lockdown as a birthday gift for a friend’s husband.

30cmx40cm
SOLD

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Seen and Heard

Women’s experiences and stories are threaded through this collage of colourful contrasts including Indian newspaper cuttings, vintage Indian calendars, magazines, papers and gold leaf.

Framed size 32x39cm
SOLD