Donald is a man who is passionate about his art. He sees it as an adventure that must be experienced not only by the artist but also by the viewer.

When speaking with him, you cannot help but be engulfed by his presence.  He sees the world from a spiritual, beautiful and some what naive perspective. Listening to Don you are plunged into the vibrant and colourful world he endeavours to create on canvas. To Don art must always remain an adventure. He assimilates this to the emotion of driving into a new land and looking down into a valley he has never seen before.

Living in a rain forest thus surrounded by the colour and movement of nature, Don's artworks are a reflection of his environment, the lush green fernery, the flicker of a colourful lorikeet from the corner of your eye, or the sun as it filter through the leaves. Don has crossed many milestones and achieved success of which he is proud.

Don's international career is now gaining momentum, having had one man exhibitions in both England and New Zealand.  He has paintings included Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II art collection and during the Queen's stay at CHOGM he was asked to design paintings to decorate the dignitary reception and accommodation areas.

Don has lectured at Grafton Arts Fest and MacGregor Summer School, USQ in Toowoomba for a number of years. He also presents motivational and after dinner speeches which has included being compare of the International Builders Designs Awards for 2003 and 2004. Each year Don judges and opens many recognised art shows.