Before choosing the path to Fine Arts, I previously worked in the Graphic Design field involved in both layout & logo design , book and magazine illustration , with clients including Revlon, Coca Cola and the Sydney Opera House. This gave me a good grounding in design and colour principles which serve me well in my painting work. 

I am also regularly involved in touring regional Queensland exhibitions with a smaller, select group of Wildlife Artists called ‘Nature in the Raw’, which includes  several well recognized names.

I have had  5  solo exhibitions and been involved in many major art shows,    including an International Convention held in Brisbane 2001, where my work was especially featured.  My logo design for the International Wildlife Exhibition was winner in a QWASI competition, and I have recently won several awards for my wildlife art. 

My main passion is working in pastel and watercolour, and I enjoy capturing the beauty of our Australian Wildlife,  particularly those in the water environs, such as dragonflies, which are being made available in limited edition prints.

As a resident of the beautiful Sunshine Coast, I am the President of the Bli Bli Art Group, member of the Q’land Arts Council ,(Artsun) the Artworkers Alliance and involved in holding regular  local workshops and exhibitions.

My work is available through Wild Hearts Gallery, Glenview Art Gallery, Seaview Gallery, Caloundra and Yandina Historic House. I have been privileged to receive two !st Prizes for my work and several People’s Choice Awards.

Commissions for my work are welcome and I can be contacted via email at: dfi90760@bigpond.net.au