At the heart of my work is a desire to capture the beauty of life in a way that resonates meaningfully with others.

Raised in Oxford and trained in Florence, I have always been surrounded by inspiring spaces and artistic traditions. I see beauty as a universal language – something that can bring calm, reflection and connection within the intensity of everyday life. Through painting, I hope to create work that not only connects personally with viewers, but also enriches the spaces it inhabits.

Alongside my artistic practice, I work from my gallery and studio, The Jungle, in Oxford. More than just an art space, The Jungle is a community hub run in partnership with a local charity, where we host a wide range of free workshops and creative events for the local area.

My newest book, “Garden Song”, published by BRF, features 30 of my original paintings and drawings alongside reflections by my mother, Clare Hayns. Exploring the Biblical Psalms, it is a follow-up to our 2021 publication “Unveiled”, inspired by women of the Old Testament.

If you would like to arrange a visit to The Jungle, I would love to welcome you for a studio and gallery tour. And if you are further away, you can also explore a virtual exhibition of the Garden Song paintings online.