‘A Closer Look’ features an incredible exhibition full of nature, animals and Vanessa’s sense of humour.

Her paintings make your heart sing, and she openly admits that she strives to produce paintings “that make people feel good.” About fifteen years ago, the late Brian Sinfield summed her work up in three words, ‘Joie de Vivre’ and the term has been used by countless people over the years to describe her work.

Vanessa revels in the beauty of nature and observes the shades that nature puts together when looking for inspiration. Her vases of flowers overflow...