My work is all about imagination and the mind. At any moment an idea can come to me, and I physically see the final, realised image in all its glory – it’s a rush of excitement that never fails to inspire.

This process makes my work a necessity for me. The piece already exists in my memory, and the only way for me to see it again, or to share it with anyone else, is to make it actual; download it from the ether and record it in the medium that best describes the concept, be it photography, oils or digital media.

My interest and study of psychology and conceptual philosophy along with the shamanic creative catalysts of meditation and music provide my inspiration. I am motivated by my subconscious and lucid dreams to create vibrant, passionate and highly emotive pieces.

“I have painted in oils since I was in my teens, particularly influenced by my study of impressionism. My impasto, painterly style developed early on as an obvious way to reflect a romanticism of nature and everyday life. My passion is the light, colour, landscape and culture of foreign lands, and my travels have led me to Spain, the Americas and the Antilles where I love to capture scenes of people and places in my paintings.”

Margaret’s latest impasto canvasses observe the essential nature and qualities of disappearing landscapes, people and cultures. She captures the experience by deftly creating a varied, painterly surface whose finish constantly shifts and reflects the sentience of the scene.

Born in Norfolk, Margaret spends her time between Norwich, Seville and Oranjestad where she paints en plein air and in the studio.