#49: Finished for Saltaire — and Already Brainstorming the Next Chapter
After finishing and submitting my three paintings for the Saltaire Gallery Winter Show, the studio feels different — quieter, but full of possibility. In this post, I reflect on completing that chapter and turning my focus toward new ideas for the upcoming HSFK Portrait Award 2026 at the National Portrait Gallery.
#47: At a Crossroads
Having finished my variation of Michelangelo’s Creation of Adam, I find myself at a crossroads. Should I continue experimenting with pop-art style reinterpretations, or return to portraiture, this time layered with colour and the moiré effect? In this post, I reflect on the weight — and potential — of choosing a direction.
#36: Layers and Lines: Beginning a New Moiré Portrait Project
This week I began exploring a new project combining moiré patterns and portraiture — layering inkjet prints and acetate over Perspex to test visual interference and movement. It feels like something has clicked, like I’ve found a new direction that’s both technical and deeply personal.
#21: The Countdown Canvas: Creating for Holmfirth Artweek Under Pressure
As Holmfirth Artweek approaches, my studio has become a swirl of colour, energy, and urgency. There's something about a deadline that sharpens the brush and fuels bold decisions. This post captures that electric rush — the chaos, the clarity, and the joy of creating when time is tight.