I was born and educated in Wanganui, New Zealand and am presently resident in Boscombe East, Dorset.roger tonkin

Whilst working in education in Poole over the past five years, I have spent time observing, photographing and painting the lovely scenes of this region and the extensive South coast of England.  This has developed into a special love for the unique Dorset coast, the beaches, the Purbeck Hills, Old Harry Rocks, Durdle Door and Corfe Castle.

I love working with OILS but also really enjoy ACRYLICS and especially MIXED MEDIA; many types of house paints, sand, fillers, spray paints, sawdust and much more have ended up on my canvases.