My inspiration comes from a deep love of nature, wilderness and literature...especially the colors, landscapes, history and folklore of Scotland, where I was born and raised. Combining the dichotomy of nature’s constant change and temporariness with the permanence of the written word intrigues me, and I often incorporate poems, traditional Scottish sayings and other literary quotes into my work. Custom pieces may be translated into Scots Gaelic upon request. I'm an avid collector of interesting yarns, vintage fabrics, ribbons and buttons and have started incorporating some of these into mixed media pieces. When I’m not creating or working, you’ll find me on the trails with my rescue dog, taking care of beehives, scouring flea markets and thrift shops for my next inspiration, or lending a hand at a local animal shelter.
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