I started designing gardens while still working as a painter and muralist. Originally qualified in fine art and working as a commercial painter for theatre and advertising. I was drawn to my original passion of flowers plants and nature to retrain as a garden designer. Retraining as a garden designer and conservationist I have loved the opportunity to bring all my skills together, painting with the landscape and using my broad and practical knowledge of horticulture and garden history to combine with design, architecture and art. Having worked in gardens for over 30 years, my hands on nature means I can dedicate my practical experience and personalise each project I work on.