I trained in fashion and textile design at Harrow College of Art, a few years ago now! I dipped in and out of painting in watercolour over the years when time allowed as a successful, busy designer. I now have more time to paint, and as I love plants and nature, botanical painting is a good match. I enjoy the observation and detail in botanical art and a chance to study plants in all their complexity. I also love to paint in a looser style for my still life work and textile designs. 

I have exhibited with SWSBA at our annual exhibitions and at the RHS where we achieved a group silver medal.

I am a fellow of the Society of Botanical Artists and have exhibited at the Mall Galleries Exhibitions.

I have a range of art cards, paintings, homewares and scarves on my website https://www.oakleyfinch.co.uk