
'Desolate machine' – Lithograph on paper (1 of 3 edition)
In a nod to the industrial age and barren landscapes of Shaun Tan, Desolate Machine examines the effects of industrialisation on people and places. It invites viewers to consider the balance between progress and preservation, reflecting on how environments shape our inner and outer worlds.

'Flow state' – Acrylic paint and pen on paper
Flow State reflects the joy of immersion, capturing the energy and rhythm felt when art is a journey not a destination.


'Wyberba' – Acrylic paint, oil pastels and charcoal on canvas
Wyberba is a rural town in the Southern Downs Region of Queensland near Girraween National Park. In this painting honouring the area, rugged granite ranges are depicted in charcoal drawn from sticks found in the bush and burnt in the campfire. The red line and heart symbolise the continuous connection to this land shared across generations, while blue-hued mountains, sunshine, and flowing water capture the quiet joy of renewal after drought and fire. This work embodies slow, attentive engagement with place and the emotional potential of the environment.

'Wyberba' – Onsite work in progress
Drawing with charcoal made from sticks burned in the campfire at Wyberba; slow and attentive mark-making attuned to the surrounding environment. Preparing to add washes of colour taking hues from the surrounding forestry.

'Taking flight' – Graphite pencil on paper
Taking Flight depicts a moment of liberation from the constraints that hold us back. The bird in flight symbolises breaking free from limitations like busy schedules, competing responsibilities, self-doubt, and societal expectations. It conveys a feeling of freedom and bliss from living a life aligned with your dreams and values.

'Heart-shaped box' – Acrylic paint and pen on canvas
Heart-Shaped Box takes its title from the Nirvana song, using this reference to explore the highs and lows of being human. Through layered abstraction, it reflects on emotional complexity and the tension between vulnerability and strength, linking inner feelings with outward expression.

'Dance to your own beat' – Acrylic paint and collage on paper
Dance to Your Own Beat celebrates freedom of expression through layered brushstrokes and collage elements that convey rhythm and movement. It explores how internal energy and emotion can be expressed outwardly, connecting inner experiences with the world around us.

‘Violet sky’ – Acrylic paint and biro on canvas
Violet Sky was painted outdoors under the gum trees, with dappled light filtering through the leaves as clouds bloomed in soft shades of blue and purple. It invites viewers to remember the quiet serenity of nature and the joy of shared creativity.