The Meadow Art Studio

Each day unfolds a little differently, depending on the weather, the animals, the garden, my yoga classes, or my tarot readings. But eventually, no matter what, I find my way to the studio—the heart of my creative world.

My painting routine begins with a feeling: sometimes it’s sparked by a photograph, sometimes by the way the light hits the water outside my window. I start thinking in colours, imagining the palette before I’ve even chosen a brush. Then I sketch out a loose draft in charcoal pencil and let the intuitive flow take over. I love layering colour, working in texture, and allowing the image to evolve organically. I tend to paint in themes, producing works in a range of sizes that echo a particular mood or muse.

I move between mediums depending on the season—or simply my mood. Watercolours, oils, encaustics, acrylics… I find each one teaches me something new. Switching it up keeps me engaged and has strengthened my skillset over the years. I don’t believe artists need to pick one lane and stay in it—I follow inspiration where it leads.

My studio sits nestled in the garden, a space entirely my own. The moment I step inside, my whole body exhales—it’s a space of freedom and focus. I keep a well-loved library of art and nature reference books nearby, and often play calm, ambient music while I work. Sometimes, the birdsong is enough.

It’s here, among paints and quiet moments, that alchemy happens.