About me

I work in encaustics to explore the hidden layers of human experience. Through translucent veils of pigmented wax, I reveal the interplay between light and shadow that exists within us all—painting not for decoration, but for transformation.

My process mirrors life itself: beginning with blank canvas prepared in foundational layers, each representing the forces that shape us. Hot wax is applied, melted, and fused—much like how human interactions become burnt into our memories, positive and negative, forming the base upon which our stories are built. When darkness accumulates through layers of experience, I literally scrape away the surface to reveal the light that was always there, waiting to shine.

This is encaustic art as mirror image of existence. The translucency of wax reflects our depth—the more transparent the medium becomes, the more lifelike it appears. With each touch, viewers are invited to see themselves within its luminous layers, encountering not just what they appear to be, but who they are beneath their own accumulated experiences.

My work doesn’t sit quietly on walls—it breathes, takes up space, and pulls viewers into an emotional world where memory becomes tangible. Through bold color choices and unapologetic brushstrokes, I channel feeling through texture, creating pieces that feel like music or movement—something genuinely alive. The fiery reds clash with cool blues, creating tension and depth without chaos, while layered marks feel both spontaneous and purposeful.
Each painting becomes a portal where the intersection of beauty and vulnerability creates works that are deeply personal yet universally resonant. The beauty of encaustic lies in its honesty—it reveals the whole person, good and bad—but ultimately, the light always comes through.

Selected Recognition:
Artavita Artist of the Year International Competition: Runner Up (2024)
Top 10 Abstract Artists: Artsy Shark (2023)
Multiple Boldbrush International Competition selections (2017-2020)
Extensive exhibition history across South Africa and internationally

Available for exhibitions, commissions, and gallery representation.