Hello! I'm Jade, a visual artist originally from the south coast of Victoria (Boonwurrung/ Bunurong Country). Prior to moving to Nambour, I lived on Waiben in the  beautiful Torres Strait (Kaurareg Country) for almost a decade. Although art has always been an important part of my life, it was only in 2020 that I discovered watercolour and became captivated by the medium's unique qualities.

 

Currently, both my studio, and my home are here in Namba (Kabi Kabi/ Gubbi Gubbi Country). In addition to creating art, I conduct watercolour workshops to share my techniques and passion with others. I live and breathe my arts practice and was honoured to be a finalist in the Du Reitz Art Awards in 2022, 2023 and 2024. I completed a Visual Arts Diploma 2023/24 and flowed straight into the refinery R | 6.0 incubator program.

 

My work focuses on blending realism and abstract elements to create pieces that integrate both styles. I find endless inspiration in nature, change, and equally in human behaviour. We’re all just falling forward through life, and I find so much beauty in the chaos of it all.