For me, photography is stealing a moment in time. I find myself searching for moments in this ever-changing, ever-mobile world in which we live. It’s amazing that we can capture something concrete. Even more incredible is the idea that we could find in that moment something unique and genuine. I don’t believe that every photo shows us reality, but it does show us the reality of the moment, the intensity of it. It makes time visible in all its beauty and imperfection.

What best describes my artwork is detailed portraits with a mix of impressionism. My major influence was a fellow Australian artist, Robert Hagan. After moving to America in 1992 the Billabong Studio was started, a modest studio with a look of the Australian outback. I began with impressionist scenes and then moved into portraits, finding a way to bring out the true character of each subject whether it was a family pet or a family member. Not to remain too stagnant, I also enjoy painting the old western or romantic scene to keep things fresh. I work from photographs which are either taken by myself or I can use an existing photo if there is enough detail.