Pattern features strongly in my work. I have a fine art textiles degree, I think I bring some of this to my painting.

My work uses repetition and subtle manipulation of colour and shapes to play with the eye.

My work is flat, wallpaper-esque, just a small window of pattern to feed your eye, to hold your gaze and get your attention. A piece of surface pattern just there to be looked at.

I place shapes to produce an overall pattern in which every part is slightly different, some planned some accidental, all parts looking the same at first viewing, eyes constantly move and re-focus, comparing and picking up on subtle differences.

Negative space is an important element within my work.

I reduce everyday forms to a basic shape and lose it in repetition, only to be found on closer inspection.

I often take parts of a shape and use it out of its original context, the outcome is often unexpected and the resolution a challenge.

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