There have been so many paintings, I should really revisit them all to decide which is my favourite. I think some murals work well in their setting and others just have a personal appeal to me. It can be very subjective. The large potting shed mural had always been a favourite, working well in its space, not too strong to impose itself but just right to work as a backdrop for diners.

The creative process begins with a brief from the client. Sometimes the client is not too sure exactly what they want and it’s up to me to produce a range of sketched ideas. I used to spend hours in libraries researching a particular theme but these days I can sit with my laptop and a mug of tea. Once the client is happy with a finished drawing, the colours and size etc I generally project the sketch in situ to help find the best position. I always like to transfer as much from the sketch as possible as I feel it contains all the energy.

So far I’d say that the Wishful Thinker has been a real stand out job for me. A giant dandelion out side, many interior murals including one per bedroom, individual artworks on wooden boards and free hand signage. I was pleased with the end result and one favourite would be the sleeping dog above the fire place.

I haven’t got one favourite Elite dish, I like them all and it depends very much on my mood. I do love good company, good food and a glass of red wine, perhaps that comes from my Italian mother.