Since I can remember Art (in some or other form) was part of my life. I studied Interior Design (not decorating) at Pretoria Technicon (South Africa) after which I worked as a graphic artist for 11 years and painted in my spare time. I only recently started painting fulltime and must admit; this is more fulfilling than I ever imagined it to be! I love realistic views, vibrant colors and prefer to work in Oil and sometimes Watercolor. My work tends to become decorative/ expressive at times but this gives a balance especially with the realistic approach I...more