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In 1990 a fresh
opportunity to pursue her interest in coal mining arose when she was commissioned by
British Coal Opencast to study at three open cast sites in South Wales.
This was followed
by a trip to China, with its eerie beauty and its dramatic contrasts, providing a rich
source of inspiration for landscape painting.
Jazz musicians have been a subject of her work for several years. This led in Spring 1991 to a visit to the vibrant jazz quarter of New Orleans to draw and paint. This interest continues, and she has since worked at a number of jazz festivals. In 1992 she was the official artist for the Brecon Jazz Festival and was also chosen to produce the designs for the Millennium Festival 2000.