Carla has been passionate about art for as long as she can remember. Awarded art scholarships during her school years, she achieved the highest marks in the subject before studying Art History and Studio Art at Anglia Ruskin University. There, she explored various disciplines, including drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture, gaining a broad and well-rounded foundation in the arts.

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After university, unsure how to turn her passion into a career, Carla found herself in the world of graphic design. She spent over 20 years designing adverts, logos, brochures, and magazines—work that fulfilled her creative instincts but always felt like something was missing.

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During the COVID pandemic, she decided she wanted to return to creating art. It took another two years to find her way back, beginning with the simple purchase of some pastel pencils. Initially, she focused on pet portraits, which were rewarding but creatively limiting. She then turned to painting seascapes, inspired by the Suffolk coast, and these quickly resonated with her followers.

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A deeply personal turning point came when her mother passed away quickly from Cancer. Amidst the grief, she suddenly had an opportunity to build a dedicated art studio in her garden—a space that has since become the heart of her creative journey.

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Now, alongside her own artistic practice, Carla shares the joy and therapeutic nature of painting through workshops designed for beginners and improvers. She provides a welcoming and relaxed environment for others to rediscover their creativity.

 

Constantly evolving, she continues to experiment with her style and is excited to take part in Suffolk Open Studios this June, as well as exhibitions in June and November alongside other local artists.