The Journey Man
I was inspired to paint The Journey Man as I have always admired the beautiful Carousel Horses at the funfair. In this painting, one of the horses has escaped with a mysterious masked man. They are on an magical journey across the town. This painting took many hours to complete, using alkyd oils and glazes, to achieve the rich and intense colour. I am fascinated by the elaborate masquerade costumes and masks, which allows me to escape into my imagination when it comes to painting them.
Contemplation
This painting portrays a beautiful young girl, perhaps considering her journey into womanhood. She is surrounded by vibrant butterflies which may also be interpreted as the metamorphosis of what the young girl is experiencing.