Hi, I'm Teresa, an Australian-based artist, originally from the UK. I spent most of my childhood in a little town situated on the edge of the Bristol Channel. My love for horses started as early as I can remember, and as a child, I dreamt of having a pony of my own. My dad, however, insisted that it was just a phase and that I'd grow out of it - but I had other plans! I was seven years old when I came up with the idea that I would save up and buy my own pony! All of my friends were being given pocket money each week, so I decided to ask my dad if I could have some as well. I was so excited when he agreed! I started my 'Pony Fund' and began saving. It took seven long years of determination (and tears) but I never gave up. At 14, I finally made my dream come true when I bought 'Sam' an unbroken 2yr old. During those years, I also discovered my love for drawing horses. At around 10 I attempted my first oil painting, (a 'paint by numbers') which sparked my passion for art. I was fascinated by the masterpieces at the Bristol Museum & Art Gallery, where I would try to work out the methods used by the Old Masters. After leaving school, I worked at a riding school to support Sam's upkeep. Eventually, I was invited to join their 12-month BHSAI/BHSH course as a working pupil - an opportunity I eagerly accepted! The school had 2 stable cats, Tweedle-dee and Tweedle-dumb, and one day, my boss jokingly called me '"Twee"- and it stuck!! I am a completely self-taught artist having never had the chance to attend formal art classes beyond school. My journey has been one of trial & error - lots of errors! Though I started as an oil painter, I never felt truly satisfied with my work until I impulsively enrolled in an online course and discovered the wonderful world of soft pastels. I felt an immediate connection with this medium & haven't looked back since! ​