I’ve painted off and on all my life, but work, family commitments and house restorations meant that my art had to take a back seat for long periods.

Just before lockdown I treated myself to a painting course and was inspired to paint again. The lockdown days which followed were perfect for me to really concentrate on my art and rediscover my passion for it.

Now I love to paint almost every day - mainly flowers, but occasionally I’m attracted to other (sometimes odd) things I see around me. I enjoy the feeling of soft oil paints, which suit my impressionist style and can lose myself for hours in a painting, seeking and exaggerating colours.

At home in Lincolnshire, most of my inspiration comes from my garden, and I look forward to each and every flower blooming.

I have exhibited my work in solo exhibitions and in many group exhibitions, and have also won awards for several paintings.