Inside Sketchbooks & Explorations
Welcome to My Sketchbooks & Explorations Gallery!
As artists, we spend so much time perfecting our “final” pieces that we often forget to share the messy, beautiful, and raw journey that gets us there. Today, I am absolutely thrilled to announce a brand-new section on my website: the ‘Sketchbooks & Explorations’ gallery!
3 Swans Pencil Sketch
Pencil on Paper. 2019
This new page is a visual diary spanning decades of my life as a working artist. It’s an unfiltered look behind the scenes, and I wanted to share a little sneak peek of what you will find inside the archives:
The Reality of the Canvas: You’ll notice unique circular formats, panoramic views, and a real mix of canvas grains. Why? Because over the years, my materials were often dictated by the ebb and flow of an artist’s budget! It is a true, honest reflection of the working creator’s life.
Early Inspirations & Roots: We are going way back! You will find my early deep-space and Star Trek-inspired “mythos” experiments, one of my very first attempts at a classical oil copy (a study of Jacob van Ruisdael’s dramatic ‘Rough Sea at a Jetty’), and yes... even a childhood Easter Bunny painting from when I was six years old!
Raw Emotions & Abandoned Art: A sketchbook is a safe place to let your guard down. I’ve included a “Mood & Attitude” section featuring raw, graffiti-style expressions, as well as a collection of abandoned and lost artworks. So many artists hide the pieces that didn’t quite make it to the finish line, but I believe those are the moments where the most learning happens.
The Personal & The Playful: Alongside fundamental animal and nature studies, I’ve opened up a private collection of artworks painted specifically for my children and granddaughter. You might even spot some fun, retro pop-art pieces paying homage to icons like Betty Boop and Jessica Rabbit!
Abstract Oil Colour and Shape
Oil in canvas sheet book
This gallery isn’t just about showing off polished skills; it’s about showing the heart, the history, and the reality behind the art.
I would absolutely love for you to step inside the sketchbook and take a look around. Head over to the gallery page to explore the new archives!