Trained as High School Geography teacher
Retired in May 2007 after 17 years in a state high school.
Completed an American correspondence Fine Art Painting Course from Famous Artists School as a hobby.
Painted in acrylic from 1981 to 1987. Has been painting seriously in watercolour since 1988. (Sold about 250 paintings).
Has been demonstrating watercolour painting at 6 art societies around Sydney.
Participated in group exhibitions at Windsor Attic Gallery 3 times.
Represented by Dural Galleries from 1988, when it was Old Northern Gallery, to 2008. Held 3 solo exhibitions at a high school.
Seldom participates in art competitions. Won various Art Society awards, including First Prize in Watercolour, Baulkham Hills Art Society 2004, Highly Commended awards many times. One painting published in Australian Artist Magazine.