Artist Statement
I create botanical art, photography and writing that explore the quiet dialogue between humans and the natural world. My practice grew from a long career in make‐up artistry into a deeper, more elemental way of seeing shaped by time spent as a volunteer in environmental sustainability.
Working with flora, I weave the five pathways to nature connection into my art – contact, beauty, meaning, emotion, and compassion – to evoke a sense of wonder, inviting people into a more intimate relationship with the more-than-human world.
My process is slow, attentive, and rooted in place. I approach each piece as both an artwork and an act of stewardship that celebrates creativity, wellbeing, and ecological belonging that emerge when we let nature lead.
I am committed to promoting sustainable development – care for ourselves, care for our communities and care for the natural world. Where possible, materials used are sustainably, ethically and locally sourced near where I live and work in the Lothians, Scotland
Artist Bio
Eco-Botanical Artist & Writer
In 2016, stepping back from a 25-year extensive career in make-up artistry, I embarked on life-changing voluntary work in environmental sustainability. Over the course of two, enriching years I noticed a deep, felt sense, that as humans we are part of, not separate from the natural world. This sense of interconnectedness informs my creative practice today as an eco-botanical artist and writer.
My creative process is slow and meditative. I observe each flower over a number of days – how it moves with natural daylight, the subtle shifts in its form and character. This creates an emotional connection with the subject, guiding initial ideas, creative direction, and technical aspects. I also consider how others will view my work. With a playful approach I weave the five pathways to nature connection (contact, beauty, meaning, emotion, and compassion) into my work, to ignite a sense of awe, connection, or shift in perspective, whilst highlighting the profound connection that exists between creativity, nature and wellbeing.
The three principal ethics of the permaculture design process guide me both as a gardener and artist -Earth Care, People Care and Fair Share – tending a small Forest Garden that works with nature, rather than against it. This small sanctuary was created with the more-than-human world, I share this space with, in mind. I do not use pesticides or chemicals, relying solely on the biodiversity of flora and fauna to work symbiotically, allowing life to flourish.
As well as providing food and sanctuary for wildlife, I use the rich variety of flora I grow here within my creative practice. Whatever I use, is replaced by collecting seeds & sowing or through composting. What comes out, goes back in.
Where possible, other materials I use are sustainably, ethically and locally sourced near where I live and work in the Lothians, Scotland.
