Commission Artist · Edinburgh, Scotland · Worldwide Shipping
Whereintuitionbecomesform
Custom portraits, pet paintings & bespoke commissions—crafted to hold feeling, memory, and meaning.
“Art is my conversation with the universe”
Zara
About the Artist
The Journey of
Self-Discovery
Based in Edinburgh, I never attended art school. My education came from countless hours in museums, dog-eared art books, and the quiet discipline of daily practice. What started as childhood doodles evolved into a lifelong pursuit of translating emotion onto canvas.
My work lives at the intersection of intuition and intention. Each piece begins with a feeling—sometimes sparked by a conversation, a melody, or simply the way light falls through a window.
Working across painting, drawing, and mixed media allows me to choose the voice that best serves each story. Some emotions demand the boldness of oil paint; others whisper for the intimacy of graphite.
I also love sharing this journey—if you're interested in learning, I offer one-on-one guidance for aspiring artists.
Years Creating
Artworks
Exhibitions
Idon'tcreatearttodecoratewalls—Icreateittostartconversationswiththepartsofourselveswerarelyacknowledge.Eachpieceisaninvitationtofeelsomethingauthentic,topauseinaworldthatrarelystops.
— Zara
Behind the Canvas
The CreativeProcess
Every artwork carries the essence of its journey—from the first whisper of inspiration to the final stroke.
Inspiration
Every piece begins with a spark—a moment, a feeling, a fragment of a dream. I collect these impressions in sketchbooks, letting them marinate until they demand expression.
Exploration
Through thumbnail sketches and color studies, I explore possibilities. This phase is about discovery, allowing the work to reveal its true nature.
Creation
With preparation complete, the real work begins. I enter a meditative state, letting intuition guide each mark, layer, and decision.
Refinement
The final stage is about listening—knowing when to add, when to subtract, and when to step away. A piece tells you when it's finished.
Get in Touch
Let's Create
Something Beautiful
Whether you're interested in commissioning a piece, inquiring about available works, exploring a collaboration, or learning through personalized art lessons—I'd love to hear from you.
Studio Location
Edinburgh, Scotland
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