Going Wild

I've not been on the art scene before 2025 - gimme-a-break, I needed to build up my portfolio - but it was the year I unleashed my physical work on the world. Keep scrolling for insight into Press and Competitions.

Whoop whoop!

I’m thrilled to announce I won Second Prize in the Cityscapes Art Challenge featured in the latest issue (No. 167, February/March 2026) of International Artist magazine.

It’s incredibly encouraging to receive this recognition from such a respected and long-standing publication in the art world. The competition was judged by Chief Judge Vincent Miller, the founder of International Artist, an accomplished artist and sculptor himself, who has served as a judge for over 40 years in prestigious competitions across the globe—including the USA, Singapore, Australia, Canada, and the UK.

For winners and finalists, these competitions offer far more than just an award. The real reward lies in the meaningful exposure and respected acknowledgment they provide on both national and international stages. Selected artworks reach thousands of readers worldwide, including influential galleries, collectors, and art enthusiasts—particularly across the United States.

This level of publicity is invaluable, helping to build genuine international visibility and recognition where it truly counts.

If you’re passionate about representational art, love seeing inside the studios of top artists, or want inspiration across oils, watercolors, pastels, acrylics, and more, I highly encourage you to grab a copy of this exciting February/March 2026 issue (No. 167). It features the full showcase of Cityscapes Art Challenge prize winners (including my Second Prize piece!), stunning demonstrations, workshops, and so much more to fuel your own creativity. You can purchase single copies directly from the official shop at internationalartmagazineshop.com (search for Issue 167), or buy the digital version for instant access starting around $8.95. It’s a fantastic way to support the art community and discover incredible work—why not treat yourself or a fellow artist today?

A huge thank you to International Artist magazine for this wonderful achievement in 2026—I’m excited to see what exciting opportunities come next!

See the full article

2026 kicked off on a great note

So proud to share that my artwork was selected as a winning entry in the 15th Annual “All Women” Online Art Exhibition, hosted by Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery. This international juried competition received 574 submissions from 25 countries and 28 U.S. states, making the recognition especially meaningful among such a strong and diverse field of women artists.

I’m grateful for the opportunity to be included in this inspiring global exhibition and to have my work showcased alongside so many talented creatives. This award marks an exciting milestone in my artistic journey, and I’m thankful to Light Space & Time for their continued promotion of the arts.

WheretheheARTis Art Show & Sale - 17-21 Sept 2025

Collaborating with four talented GTA artists, our show explored a wide range of styles, themes and mediums.

Located in the historic town of Unionville, we were fortunate to display in one of the former homes of Canada's most well known landscape painters, The Group of Seven. Audience reception at the McKay Art Centre was phenomenal and it was truly an unforgettable experience.

Public Art Shows

Fine Arts Society Milton Juried Art Show - 27 Aug-13 Sep 2025

That's me, thrilled to accept a SECOND PRIZE WIN for one of my two artworks accepted into the FASM Juried Art Show at the FirstOntario Arts Centre Milton.

See which paintings I entered along with the whole collection in the show catalogue. Alternatively see more in my article.

Photo: Peter Cheung - Judge and accomplished professional artist

FASM Juried Art Show 2025 2nd place winner

Expo Metro Barcelona - 16-28 June 2025

I participated in an immersive public art show which transformed Barcelona's bustling Passeig de Gracia metro station into a giant gallery.

Uniting 1,079 artists from 88 countries, visitors could interact via QR codes as they walked through the 180-meter corridor of public space, making it art for all.

Read my article or view the official ExpoMetro video.

61st Aurora Art Show & Sale - 3-4 May 2025

Featuring over 300 pieces of original two and three-dimensional artwork, this was a show for all art enthusiasts.

Sadly I didn't win a prize but I got to meet a lovely new bunch of artists.

Held at the Aurora T.H. Skylight Gallery in Aurora Town Hall.

Charlie's Angels at Heinztman House 2025

Heintzman House Juried Art Show - 25-27 April 2025

My FIRST EVER participation in displaying at an art show and what a fun experience it was!

Displaying my creations in such a historic setting of Heintzman House in Thornhill, Ontario was an exciting opportunity.

Daily Mirror - Community Corner featured artist - 21 April 2023

My painting entitled 'Tear Drop' featured in one of the UK's second highest circulating National newspapers, the Daily Mirror.

Aside from appearing on the Saturday night primetime national TV ad campaign for one of the company's other short-lived publications, 'The New Day', this was my first 15-minutes of fame on a national scale. Happy days.

Press

Jackson's Art Prize 2025

I've never been one for entering competitions, ever since I only received a Highly Commended certificate from my local library art competition back in junior school days of the early 80s. Oh, and the Mayor of Havering chose my Christmas card design to print back in senior school.

Some 35 years later I thought I'd try my chances with the Jackson's Art Prize. Earning notoriety at a prestigious London Art Gallery would be amazing but let's face it, a wedge of cash and vouchers for art supplies really could come in handy.

From 12,964 entries, I made it into the top 25% (3,356 works). I'm still proud to think of that as an honourable submission - a 'close but certainly no cigar' moment.