In 1990 after diving into the sea and hitting a sand bar i broke my neck and sustained a spinal injury in my cervical range

I have limited movement in my hands no triceps and propel my chair pretty good on flat surfaces.

i represented new zealand in wheelchair rugby in 1996 2000 and 2004 winning gold in athens.

I started painting after retiring in 2004 from sports and have taken numerous lessons online as well as in person.

i enjoy getting out of my studio for some en plein air studies picking some strategic safe spots ,i work in acrylic and oils leaning more towards oils as a preference.