#81 ‘Reflected Cherries’ 6×6″

#81 ‘Reflected Cherries’ 6×6″

Loved painting these cherries! So luscious and shiny, I ate some while I was painting too.I haven’t tried using tin foil to reflect a subject before, it’s an idea from an excellent daily painter called Carol Marine it works well and adds a challenge and...
Preparing Boards & The Studio

Preparing Boards & The Studio

It is the longest I haven’t painted during this year and I miss it, I’m itching to do one! I brought some cherries a few days ago and started to set up a composition but focus when I knew I still had loads to prepare tor this Saturday.My studio is now...
Preparing for The Surrey Open Studio 2016

Preparing for The Surrey Open Studio 2016

My Husband Nick and I did the Surrey Open Studios for the first time last year. I opened my studio in the garden and his man-shed converts into a photographic studio gallery.  (see pic below)We are doing it again this year and it starts a week today! June...
#80 ‘Clematis’ 6×6″

#80 ‘Clematis’ 6×6″

A sunny morning, I was going to find somewhere away from the house to paint but as I was going through the back door this flower stopped me. Beautifully sunlight from behind, I wanted to capture the vibrant yet delicate petals. One thing I’ve learnt...