My wellbeing and art journey began in my early 20s. Working as an Outdoor Education Instructor, I began to combine connectedness to nature with art. Watching individuals express their feelings and emotions through their creations, fuelled a passion that continued to evolve.

Furthering my studies to become a primary and secondary teacher in 2006, I learned more about individual learning styles and the benefits of using art as a therapeutic tool both in nature and all surroundings. From working with remote Indigenous students in the Northern Territory, school students, those who experience trauma, have behaviours of concern and disabilities, art in all forms, continues to offer self-expression, discovery, empowerment and enjoyment.

I am passionate about education, enriching the lives of others, health, well-being and all things outdoors and creative.

I am the founder of Active Art, a business that began in Melbourne as a holistic art and wellbeing program for pre-school children. Moving to the South Coast gave me the opportunity to offer tailored workshops to all community members, varying in themes and art mediums as our children started their schooling.

I am an Art Therapist, Educator and Behaviour Specialist.

Art Active Art offers individual Art Therapy for NDIS and non-NDIS clients (all ages).

I love all art; from painting to sketching, photography, lino-printing, clay, sewing, the written word and music. I strongly believe in the benefits of using art as a therapeutic tool. I have seen first-hand the impact art can have with children and adults from mixed backgrounds, cultures, ability levels, ESL, disabilities and trauma. When combining mindfulness and well-being into workshops, programs and individual sessions, art can be used, felt and explored by all individuals regardless of skill level and experience.

I am passionate about working in and around the community I live. I share this passion through my business, Active Art. It is here that those around me can feel empowered, connected and have the confidence to explore and challenge themselves.