ARTIST PROFILE

The major theme of my work deals with human beings in the environment and my treatment of this subject matter is very atmospheric. I am mainly preoccupied with the human form as Humanity is grounded in the earth and our hands toil to provide food and shelter. The figures frequently appear to huddle together, almost cocooned in protection against the forces of nature. Mothers gather their children to them and there is often a feeling of landscapes in the backgrounds.
Roads that lead away beyond the horizon suggest distances, and there is always a disc shape in the sky. This is a hallmark of my work, for it may be the sun, or moon or, perhaps, something extraterrestrial since humanity, although bound to earth, receives hope and perhaps assistance from beyond.
There is much warmth and light in the work and this is especially so because my roots stem from Africa.
When viewing my art one is drawn into the picture and beyond as if on an unending journey.
My textured work in mixed media includes various forms of collage. These works are on canvas as well as paper.
I was born in Zimbabwe and lived for many years in South Africa before coming to Canada. My qualifications are from the University of Cape Town, the Durban College of Arts and Crafts as well as the London College of Printing and Graphic Design. I have had many international exhibitions and for over 25 years I have been teaching adults and children.
My work has been collected internationally and is represented in public and private collections.
I enjoy sharing my personal creative energy particularly with students as I feel that art fulfills an important function in our personal development.