Born in Kyogle, New South Wales in 1954, his art education has been largely informal, consisting of miles on the brush and time spent with other artists. 

During the 1980's Richard's chosen medium was batik, a technique he  learnt from South Australian artist Jeremy Keyte. This led to his first solo exhibition, held at the Underground Gallery in Coober Pedy in 1985.

Dissatisfied with the colour fastness of the dyes he was using, Richard then switched to painting with acrylics. When he met aboriginal artist John Evans, it inspired in him a desire to create an art style that is identifiably Australian, one that combines the rhythm, patterns and colour of indigenous art with Europeon art techniques.

In 2002 Richard made the decision  to pursue a career as a professional. He now paints both in acrylic and oils, is a sought after tutor,  has had 3 joint exhibitions with sculptor David Hamilton, been Country Arts SA’s artist of the month, participated in numerous group shows, and had 12 wildlife drawings reproduced by Watermark Publishing as prints and as a card series. His work is found in public and private collections both in Australia and overseas.

Richard's work can be viewed  at

Kensington Gallery         39 Kensington Rd. Norwood.   SA.5064

                                          (08)  83325752

Hahndorf  Academy       Main Rd. Hahndorf  SA  5245

                                          (08) 83887250

Richard's studio gallery also open by appointment . 

                                          10 Queen St. Strathalbyn. 5255

                                          (08) 85368180