Painted in vibrant, sweet shop colours, Sarah-Jane’s quirky and loveable gingerbread men offer us an amusing take on the human condition that challenge even the sternest individual not to break into a smile. Each painting is characterised by intricate detail and a humorous individuality that makes Sarah-Jane’s work instantly recognisable. This distinctive style is achieved almost exclusively in oils, which give an all-important richness to her palette.

Sarah-Jane comments: “Many things inspire me. Looking at great art generally fires me up for a new piece. Among my favourite artists are the awesome Stanley Spencer, L S Lowry, Rene