I am an exciting. lively and prolific artist. I moved to the Hebrides to live the artist's dream after back-packing holidays round the Isle of Skye and Scotland in May 2003. Then, later taking to the Highroad in a motorhome for 2 years, living frugal lifestyle, returning in 2007 to re-launch my gallery and coffee shop, called Island Arts. I was inspired and overwelmed by the Scottish landscape, wild flowers, skies, sea, birds and wildlife. Then, my journey began to paint my experiences. I am a professional member of the Society for All Artists and have contributed to articles, gallery pages, competitions and letters to the editor in their magazine. I also have a passion for teaching painting in a variety of styles. I have been shortlisted three times for International competitions with 'Pebble Beach,' 'Ring Plover on 'Snail Shells,' and 'A Smile in the Snow,' and feel privileged to enter 'Artist of the Year' every year with the SAA.