Growing up on a farm near the sea, nature has shaped every part of my life. With salt water in my blood, I find solace and presence in the landscape; its shifting weather, changing seasons, and daily transformations are a constant source of inspiration. Whether riding Cornish waves on my board, feeling the sharp exhilaration of winters cold water, walking the cliffs or simply gazing out over the horizon, these sensations become woven into my work. Each painting becomes a 'visual poem' to the natural world. I recommend watching the short video above .

When out in nature, I'm collecting fleeting moments of light, colour and atmosphere. If painting outside, I can put these straight down onto the canvas to create something fresh and spontaneous.

More expressive layers of colour, line, and texture are added back in the studio, where I have time to contemplate, sit in the memory of the moment. The studio back on the farmland is a place of sanctuary which holds a strong sense of belonging where I feel very grounded to further work on my paintings.

I work with a range of media including inks, acrylics, charcoal, oils and pastels manipulated with palette knifes, scrim cloth, rubber scrapers, and glazing techniques.

Evolving and shaped by quiet contemplation and deliberate refinement, each piece stays with me until it reaches a place of balance and resonance. When I feel happy.

Sue’s studio is located on her family’s farm, Wooda Farm home to three generations of farmers. She and her husband have raised their two sons in Bude, where they also live and work. Tom crafts Bude Gin and Rum at The Cornish Distilling Co while Harry upholds a proud Cornish tradition through his work in dry stone walling with Kernow Stonework

Sue remains actively involved in local initiatives and is a dedicated supporter of the arts and Cornish culture. From collaborative creative collectives to producing the sculptures for the Agan Fordh a Dro roundabout, as well as contributing to North Coast Arts and Bude Sea Pool, her work reflects her deep connection to family, community, and innovative cultural projects

Agan Fordh a Dro roundabout .

Sue warmly welcomes collectors and prospective buyers to her beautiful studio just outside Bude. She chooses to work directly with the public, valuing the opportunity to create genuine connections and share the stories behind her paintings. “A little piece of me goes away with each artwork,” she says, reflecting the personal nature of her practice.

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