by theartist | May 3, 2019 | Advice, Studio
It needn’t be daunting asking an artist to undertake a commission, we love to talk about our work and to make something that’s right for you. I’ll talk a bit about the process and hope it helps. What is a commission? A commission is when you ask an...
by theartist | Apr 8, 2019 | Exhibitions
I thoroughly enjoyed my first art fair experience at Surrey Contemporary Art Fair in March, though it was exhausting. The mental effort involved in being brave and putting myself out there, as well as organising things I needed whilst being inexperienced as a visitor...
by theartist | Jan 26, 2019 | Oil paintings, Studio
I’ve just finished an oil painting that I’m aiming to hang at the Surrey Contemporary Art Fair. I’ve had the reference pictures since my trip to Leeds last year, and I chose one that isn’t specifically linked to the subject’s hobby but I...
by theartist | Jan 14, 2019 | Tutorials
I’ve had quite a few enquiries about running lessons, so I thought I’d bite the bullet and start planning some group sessions. I’m thinking of running a very small group class in my home (4-5 people) in drawing and watercolour, on either a Wednesday...
by theartist | Jan 13, 2019 | Advice, Sketchbook
I’ve spent the weekend sketching (with paint) and it’s really brought home to me the importance of keeping up with regular painting and drawing from life. I think it might have been my last year’s resolution to sketch more, though I didn’t do...
