About

Inspired by nature, mythology and folklore I illustrate and make a range of hares, dragons and other creatures.  I work in pen, ink and watercolour to create a range of illustrations that are sold as greetings cards, prints and other items.  I also work in clay to create friendly hares and dragons that love a fireside spot in the home and with polymer clay to create elves and fairies that would be at home in the hedgerows of Wiltshire where I live.

The name 'The Fireside Dragon' was inspired by the idea that Dragons, mythologically fierce fire breathing creatures, are in fact gentle creatures wanting nothing more than to curl up on a rug by a roaring fire, have a nap and read a good book.  The Dragon that shares my life is called Nimlet and is my muse in the creation of my art work.

Kiln packed and ready for firing

Fired hares waiting to be glazed

The hare illustrations and ceramics explore the theme of this wonderful creature.  I try to capture some of the personality I find in the noble hare, sometimes creating characterisations with emphasis on the silky, attentive ears, or sometimes the powerful legs that allow them to run elegantly across their ancestral British home, but always with alert expressive eyes.

I will always find myself returning to the hare as inspiration no matter how hard I try to explore and incorporate other creatures into my work.