19/10/2026
This year, cancer has been my teacher and painting has been my healer.
I won’t say I’m grateful for the diagnosis, but it has pushed me to paint what I feel, instead of what other people want.
I know it’s very difficult for other artists to do this, especially when art is the thing that puts food on the table.
I’ve been very lucky to be in a situation where I can paint when I feel like it while getting a sort of passive income from my wallpapers and textiles.
If you’re in a position to do this, give it a try. I think it’s very important we artists get to paint what’s inside us when we can.
But to be honest, I really take it one day at a time and I’m just grateful I’m still here.
xx