Artist Statment

 

I am fortunate to live in a beautiful part of Britain, rural Dorset. Here, there is an endless supply of inspiration, from the rolling hills, winding lanes and peaceful woodland to the glittering sea, billowing skies and ancient Jurrasic coast. The ever-changing moods and colours, with the reassuring repetition of the seasons, allow me to explore my creativity and my connection with nature. I start by drawing, painting, writing poems and photographing initially, before going back to my studio to explore mark and colour. I let this artistic play take my inspiration into its own direction to create my paintings.

I also love to wild swim and have been working on a new body of work based on this, not only as a celebration of this rare moment of freedom, but to highlight the importance of protecting our rivers and seas from pollution.

I paint with a range of mediums as each has its own individuality. I love the speed and looseness of watercolour and the depth and detail I can achieve with oils.  

I have created art all of my life as it’s something I have a need to do. I see artistic ability as a gift and I don’t want to waste it. Creativity gives me joy and enhances my experiences of the everyday.

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Trudi takes part in regular exhibitions and has accepted many private commissions. 

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Trudi's father David Ochiltree is also an Artist and Art Tutor.

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