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From a young age, I was drawn to the world of art, spending countless hours exploring the mediums of oil and watercolour painting. Although my parents encouraged me to pursue traditional careers in teaching or administration, I remained committed to my artistic passion. Following high school, I enrolled in the Arts course at Swinburne Technical college, laying the groundwork for a successful career in the creative industry.
Upon graduating , I launched my professional journey as a Graphic Artist in the advertising sector, working with various agencies and printing companies. As I continued to grow and develop as an artist, I expanded my skillset to include photographic retouching and airbrushing for illustration.
While raising a family and supporting my grandchildren took precedence for over 40 years, my artistic interests remained a constant source of inspiration. Now, in retirement, I have rediscovered the joy of painting and have devoted the past eight years to rekindling my passion for watercolours. This medium's unique characteristics and unpredictability continue to captivate me, and I am thrilled to be creating once again.
I have sold my artworks through participation in select art exhibitions and privately commissioned projects.
Have been with gallery247 for 6 years, both free and now paid. Wonderful on line platform for artists which has made my work easy to find and i don't need to worry about setting up my own website; they even forwarded a message from a community college i volunteered for a few years ago, for an art tutor.
Date: Mon 27 Nov 2023