About

I am an illustrator living in Ballarat, Australia.

I grew up in South Africa and I have wanted to be an artist from the time I could hold a crayon. After studying Graphic Design, I cut my teeth as an illustrator working on readers and textbooks for children in rural African schools, before moving to Australia in 2002. 

Throughout my career I have honed my craft in many mediums, but most notably in watercolours. As somewhat old fashioned, I always rejected the idea of ever working digitally but recently I have thrown myself into this incredible medium, using all the principles and techniques learned from decades of working traditionally. No more mess and the effects and possibilities are endless! Also for many years I worked out of a playroom that I shared with my 3 children and their toys. Although handy to have around as muses, they would constantly steal my supplies. These days I am living the dream as my children are older and I can spend my days happily working away in a studio that is all my own, immersed in audiobooks and podcasts.

My work is often described as whimsical and nostalgic and I am a strong advocate of the ability to educate and bring joy through the magic of pictures. I love to travel and it always fill my head and imagination with colours and inspiration for my work. These days I feel very fortunate to always have a stack of fun and interesting jobs on my desk, illustrating everything from children’s picture books to maps, puzzles and editorial pieces, but I welcome enquiries of all nature.