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My work explores a world of the impossible, the improbable, and the incongruous.

 

Using paint and ink, I create "visual improvisations" that reimagine everyday scenarios with a touch of humour.

Drawing inspiration from the precision of Escher and the communal spirit of Lowry, these studies often hide the saxophone within surreal landscapes. Vibrant orange accents represent the "voice" of the music—fluid, messy, and full of life. It’s an extension of the same breath and discipline that drives my music.

When I’m not playing or painting, my inspirations come from the simple pleasures of reading and gardening.

Visual Improvisations

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"Step Into the Gallery"I am delighted to share that my inaugural collection, the 'Museum Windows' series, is now available as professional Giclée fine art prints. These are small-scale 'little windows' designed to bring a touch of surrealism and the spirit of jazz into your own space.

 

From my Gloucestershire studio to your home—each piece is printed to order on museum-grade paper and shipped with care.

5 x 7 Postcard Prints
available in person.

Would you cross the rope bridge? Double perspective makes it a challenge for all.
A precarious rope bridge stretches between two slender masts, serving as a high-altitude thoroughfare for various travellers. Below, a lone figure serenades the ground-dwellers with a saxophone, his music drifting up toward the suspended walkway.
Would you cross the rope bridge? Double perspective makes it a challenge for all.
A precarious rope bridge stretches between two slender masts, serving as a high-altitude thoroughfare for various travellers. Below, a lone figure serenades the ground-dwellers with a saxophone, his music drifting up toward the suspended walkway.
Just imagine what a work bench would look like if Heath Robinson designed the saxophone
The Hanging
Surreal ink drawing where saxophones and toilets combine
A silhouetted figure sits back and contemplates a monumental drawing of a saxophone. From the instrument's bell, a single vibrant orange balloon bobs upward, a solitary pop of colour against the monochrome sketch.

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Visit my Etsy store for framed and unframed prints

Original artwork, framed and double mounted is available upon request.

From other collections:

Cygnet Studios logo.  White on black.  The studios are where Diane teaches and makes videos

Churchdown, Gloucestershire.

07530 360919   diane@disax.me

Cygnet Quartet logo.  The Jazz quartet run by Diane and her husband Paul Arthurs

LINK: to Accessibility Statement

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