I am a largely self-taught glass artist using lampwork techniques and have been practising for over 30 years in Townsville, North Queensland.

Lampwork is a relatively obscure art that is not blown but is built up by layering glass that allows me to create tiny worlds within a glass bead.  People often ask me “how did you get those tiny animals and flowers inside the glass”.

I studied chemistry and zoology, which is reflected in the fact that I use chemical reactions to produce certain effects.  Much of my fascination with glass has been to adapt the qualities of glass to produce ever more intricate pieces.

I produce pieces that are based on my life experiences and my love of art. Many pieces have marine themes as I have a love of the sea and the beauty of the flora and fauna of North Queensland.