My father "Pro" would have to be the greatest influence on my work, as early as 5 years of age, I can remember he would encourage me to paint with him in his studio. My scenes are both real and imaginary. On occasions I work from photographs that I have taken while I have been travelling. The landscape around Broken Hill both compliments and reflects my style of painting, I like to recapture the harsh summer colours, especially the violet blue heat hazes we get here so often, although I also enjoy painting the subtle colours of winter when they come.

Spending time with my husband and children, Amber, Ebony and Jordan is something I enjoy. Gardening and cooking are real passions of mine. Trips to the Menindee Lake Scheme (only 1 hour away), is something that helps me capture the pioneering spirit in many of my paintings. I get a lot of inspiration from the river gums, landscape and architecture of this area.

My favorite artists include; my father Pro, Claude Monet, Tom Roberts, Fred McCubbin and Arthur Streeton. I admire their interpretation of the landscape. My favorite painting would have to be “The Pioneers" by Fred McCubbin, the true colours and subject really appeal to me.

I am not comfortable being the centre of attention, and don’t like the spotlight as such, so I decline most invitations to exhibit and or to be interviewed. Somehow my husband occassionally manages to coask me into one , Grrrrr.