I live in Scarborough with my husband and three lively children, and I am a studio holder at the new Woodend creative workspace centre.

I use the traditional representational techniques of oil on canvas. The intensity of detail in my paintings creates a slightly surreal atmosphere to my work.

My current paintings are inspired by the people and places that are closest to my heart.

I also make personalized greetings cards.

As well as working on commissions and personal pieces I also co-run Artbeat Saturday morning workshops with school age children and I am currently planning sessions for the school holidays in conjunction with Filey extended schools.