Joyful imagery, vibrant storytelling & creative projects to reimagine the unseen & undervalued
A multidisciplinary artist working across visual art, design, production and advocacy.
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Exploring narratives of invisibility, grounded in the belief that we don't value what we can't see.
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Through the lens of social behaviours, entrepreneurship, species decline, age, gender and neurodivergence, I examine what is often overlooked or ignored.
My work serves as a form of non-violent activism rooted in love, shifting conversations from shame, fear and loss to love, wonder and possibility — because when we love something, we care for it and protect it.
Abstract Painting
Through vibrant imagery and playful compositions, I challenge narratives of invisibility and what is too often ignored. Drawing from my experience as a neurodivergent woman in my 50s, an age when many women feel unseen and unvalued, I bring a deeply personal perspective to my exploration of visibility. Celebrating the power and presence of taking up space, being seen and knowing I am enough. Using impasto techniques with layered acrylics and intuitive mark-making, I create textured compositions that evoke warmth, authenticity and joy.
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Collectors in Australia, New Zealand, and the USA are drawn to the vibrant and mood-altering energy my work brings to their spaces. I am currently developing a new collection of large original paintings and limited-edition framed prints.
Public Art
My site-specific work reflects the biodiversity that once flourished within our urban landscapes, reimagining it in unexpected and delightful ways. Using vibrant colours and playful patterns, I bring attention to what is often unseen. Applying neurodivergent principles of chromatic stimulation and sensory aesthetics to explore the contradictory relationship between joyful, colourful representations of Victorian insects and flowers, and their endangered status.
Through visual storytelling, I aim to shift the sustainability conversation from fear and loss into a visually engaging experience that encourages connection, curiosity and possibility. My passion for human-centred and inclusive spaces is woven into each project, creating works that go beyond visual appeal to foster moments of reflection, inviting people to pause, connect and experience their environment in new ways.
Surface Pattern Design
My repeat patterns often serve as visual metaphor for concepts that are ongoing and evolving, reflecting the potential for growth, change, and deeper understanding.. As a neurodivergent creative, I am continually drawn to the transformative power of colour and pattern, both for their ability to evoke joy and stimulate dopamine and for their capacity to create calm, soothing spaces that nurture and inspire.
My process begins in analogue, using acrylic paint and various mediums to explore mark-making, layering and texture. Each design is then digitised and transformed into a technical repeat, allowing elements of spontaneity and structure to coexist. My designs are suitable for wallpaper, home furnishings and clothing, bringing vibrant energy and emotional resonance to everyday spaces. For licensing opportunities, please contact me directly.
Curator/Producer
Recognising a gap in Wellington for a high-quality, curated arts and design market, I co-founded the Wellington Underground Market to provide emerging artists with a low-risk environment to test their products, connect with audiences and build sustainable businesses. More than a marketplace, it became a vibrant cultural hub that offered both locals and tourists a tangible experience of Wellington’s creative spirit. Held weekly for over a decade, the 100-stall market showcased diverse creative talent including live music, interactive art demonstrations and hands-on workshops that transformed the market into a celebration of creativity and community.
To further support artists’ growth, I launched the Making @ The Market workshops, providing a low risk accessible platform for creatives to step into teaching while adding to the market’s lively atmosphere. This initiative earned me the Wellington Region Business Women of the Year Award for Best Emerging Business, recognising the market’s lasting impact on both the local economy and Wellington’s cultural identity.
Creative Director/Producer
Set along Wellington’s waterfront, the pop-up villages became vibrant cultural hubs where creativity flourished and appealed to both locals and tourists. The curated villages popped up a number of times per year offering a unique blend of art, community and immersive experiences. From interactive art sessions and salsa workshops to live music and street food, the villages buzzed with energy and connection.
I developed the village concept as a solution to the struggle I saw for emerging artists wanting to transition from market stalls or online sales into a full-time retail businesses. The Waterfront Pop-up Villages were operated as a high-end business incubator program, providing retail spaces in a low-risk, high-foot-traffic environment, so artists could test their business models, gain exposure and refine their offerings.
These villages were more than just retail offerings or events, they were platforms for artists to thrive, fostering creativity, community and sustainable growth with many participants transitioning into full-time retail as a direct result.
Other Produced and Curated Events
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NZ Tiny House Conference 2017 and 2018
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Petone Winter Festival 2008
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The Wilderness Society Save Ningaloo Rally, Perth 2003
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The Active Women Project, Canberra 2002
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Spiritual, Leadership and Management Conference, Canberra 2001
Public Speaking & Engagements​​
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RMIT Swanston St Library Sensory Study Space (2024): Invited to speak at the opening and contributed as a member of the lived experience consultation committee.
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RMIT Library Staff Accessibility Training Videos (2023): Recorded Interview to aid library staff in better understanding and serving the needs of neurodivergent students and staff. used at national conferences.
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RMIT Leadership Conversation: Accessibility in Action Panel (2023): Invited panel member discussing my lived experience as an neurodivergent RMIT student, discussing what helped or hindered my learning.
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Phoenix Spirit - Soul Expansion For Life And Business (2021): Guest speaker on "The Creative Cycle, and why creatives often skip the selling part."
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Tea with a Slice-of-life Workshop Series (2020): Presented "The Stories We Tell Ourselves, That We Think Are True." Helping small business owners to see what stories could be blocking their success.
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Thrive Event, Wellington (2019): Presented "Thriving as a Creative Entrepreneur"talk accompanied by a fireside chat and Q&A with award-winning author and entrepreneur Denise Dufield-Thomas.
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More than Rubies Conference, Wellington (2017): Delivered a keynote talk on "Key strategies for balancing business and creative success".
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Wellington Handmade Festival of Making Conference (2013 and 2014): Delivered interactive workshops on "Making It at Markets" and "The Art of Selling Your Craft."
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Podcast Host, Abundant Artist Podcast (2020): Interviewed successful everyday creative entrepreneurs.
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Podcast Guest, Various Podcasts (2020 - Present): Shared insights on the unique challenges faced by self-employed creatives and for purpose small buisnesses.
Workshops & Courses I've taught
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Small and Micro Business Empowerment Programme
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Refined, and taught this course for Sisterworks, empowering female immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers to establish and grow sustainable businesses. Provided mentorship and guidance to participants, focusing on business skills, strategic planning, and the unique challenges faced by creative and cultural entrepreneurs from marginalised communities.
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Abundant Artist Academy
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Created online weekly business workshops during COVID lockdowns on topics covering: ​Social media, marketing, budgeting and cash flow, time management. Delivered in a way that appealed to the needs of creative entreprenours.
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Time Management for Women
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Created specifically for Chrysalis for Women Business Network, understanding many were also juggling being a mums while growing their business.
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Bright Ideas into a Successful Business
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A sold-out 6-week business course for Kapiti Women’s Centre. Written for the specific needs of female entrepreneurs who were growing or starting their business with often limited or no business or marketing education. ​​​​
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Grants & Awards
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Runner-up, Living City Design Lab Competition,
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A Public Art competition to activate the Springs Place Precinct in Melbourne.
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Greater Wellington Business Women of the Year
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Best Emerging Business Award​
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Economic Development Grant
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To aid in the launching of the Wellington Underground Market
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Hutt City Council Event Grants
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For the Jackson St Programme to run the Petone Winter Festival
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Healthpact Grant ACT
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Funding to run the The Active Women for purpose project I developed.
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Let's work together!
Whether I’m organising a pop-up craft session, designing public art or producing an immersive event, my goal is always the same: to create spaces where creativity feels alive and people feel welcomed. These experiences are about making people feel seen, heard and empowered through art and creativity.