Long distance travelling is involved within Britain and Ireland to find the species for illustration. On site, colour notes are taken backed up by digital photographs. These are the necessary support for the final work of illustration in the studio. The subjects are drawn out meticulously, and painted using German Schmincke Horodam watercolours and 'da Vinci' sable brushes, on Italian Fabriano 5 / 300 HP (hot-press) mould-made fine art paper. A large A2 painting can take anywhere between 2 and 6 months. My work has been in pure watercolour since 2001 ~ no white is now used except where absolutely unavoidable.

The intention of this web site is to offer high quality Giclée prints of my illustrations, as well as original paintings, to a wider public. In-house printing now gives me full control of the reproduction process, ensuring the highest quality professional fine art prints. I hope that through publications and sales, my artwork will bring pleasure to all who view it, and that indirectly wildlife conservation will benefit from an increased awareness of and respect for the natural environment. Corporate & private commissions are welcome.