Living on the beautiful North Antrim coast , I have inspiration on my doorstep, whether it be land or sea . There is always something new to see when I am out and about. I paint mainly in oils . My paintings are representational but at times a bit of abstraction is added and at times I like to add an ethereal quality. I paint because I love it , and I realise that to me, painting is a constant learning process and I am the willing student.