Getting rid of unnecessary detail and extracting the most important features of a scene what really matters to me.  To illustrate: I bypass depicting the hillside, sunshine, vines, grapes and wine, instead I am searching for the final product, the concentrated spirit, the potent brandy.

My use of invigorating colour and patterns reflects my desire to create works that inspire optimism, reflect the vitality of the wilderness and provide a meaningful experience for the viewer.  I like bright cheerful colours that can translate into the thrill of being alive.

While selling contemporary paintings naturally has its benefits, for me the real achievement (and ultimate happiness) comes when people find my paintings speak to them, when my creations are meaningful enough to help to dust away the stresses of their daily lives.