5 years ago I was diagnosed with breast cancer. I was 27 and it meant I had to have 6 months of chemotherapy and a double mastectomy. Facing mortality at such a young age really made me think about my life, my job and what was important to me. I remember thinking that if I die, what would I be proud of? And at that time I couldn’t think of anything.

It felt like I was floating through life one year after the next, so I promised myself that once I was better I'd make some changes. Once treatment ended, 2 years had gone by and I realised I was in the exact same position, in the exact same job doing the same thing as if nothing had changed and I hadn't had this crazy life experience. 

My 30th birthday was coming up and it really scared me. So I decided to quit my job, move home and I started painting. It’s crazy to say THIRTY is my third solo exhibition! I'm 32 now and this collection of work is everything I've loved painting over the last 2 years since I turned 30 and quit my job. 
 
I hope my paintings remind you that change is possible, life is beautiful and to always do the things that make you happy.