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summer 25 Two recent exhibitions that I took part in during May have been a pleasure to take part in. The Dorking Group of Artists staged a wonderful display of interesting work and I was thrilled to win a prize for my “Rhythm and Blues” oil painting and to make some sales in this uncertainContinue reading “Reflections”

A new season, my favourite! I will be exhibiting in the following exhibitions in May. It is always a treat to view such a range of painting styles both from the Dorking Group of Artists and the Surrey Hills Artists. DGA 2-5th May at Betchworth Village Hall. If you would like Private View ticket forContinue reading “Spring Fresh!”

I have just finished two new oil paintings(see the Oils page). The first is a shelfscape in my larder of breadmaking ingredients. They reminded me of the lovely statuesque still life compositions by Giorgio Morandi. Capturing all the creases and folds in the carefully posed paper bags of flour was a joy to paint.

Another year already! I do not find January a good month for setting difficult goals but I always feel it is time for a refresh, clear the clutter and start with a clean slate….or canvas. I am tempted by some brighter colours and bold compositions to get me excited. I have started by playing withContinue reading “Tempus Fugit”

”’Tis the season to be merry.”… Warm wishes for a festive Christmas, full of delights and a happy and healthy New Year.

More rain! But it will be bright and colourful in the Dorking Group of Artists exhibition at Denbies Wine Estate starting with a Private view on Thursday evening 24th October 6-8pm. I look forward to meeting visitors and friends on what is usually a busy evening.

Autumn seems to have started before the summer really got into gear this year! I am being drawn to a more comforting warm palette for my paintings, rich reds and browns which are luscious to paint. I have two exhibitions coming up where I will have lots of new work on display. Details below. BothContinue reading “Autumn”

It’s always good to have a bit of a break from my usual art classes workshops and exhibitions. Time to think what direction I want to go in next. I am currently drawn to more modern and stylised compositions, so I will try a couple out and see if it suits me. I find itContinue reading “Summer tranquility”

This inspiring exhibition at Pallant House Gallery in Chichester was a real joy to visit. It is beautifully displayed and curated, showing varied and intriguing Still life paintings by leading modern and contemporary artists set in a lovely building. The focus is on the significance of objects to human beings as expressions of symbolism andContinue reading “The Shape of Things. Still Life in Britain”