As we step into the festive season, there’s something wonderful about painting something a bit different. This year, I painted Santa’s boots warming by the fire, and honestly, I had such fun with it. My girls have already declared this one needs to come out every Christmas now! But beyond the festive joy, this painting […]
Bringing Back the Vibrant: Why Glazing Changes Everything Read More »
There’s something incredibly freeing about taking a painting you’ve already created and giving it a whole new life. That’s exactly what I’m doing in today’s video, transforming an acrylic painting on paper with the pure, vibrant pigment of soft pastels. I absolutely love working with mixed media because it opens up so many creative possibilities.
Acrylic to Soft Pastel Play: Adding Vibrant Pops of Colour Read More »
There’s a moment in every painting where everything clicks – the light, the mood, the story – and suddenly it comes alive. You know that feeling, don’t you? When you step back from your easel and something has shifted. Your painting isn’t just paint on canvas anymore – it’s breathing, it’s glowing, it’s telling a
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Having been painting and teaching for so many years I hear this all the time: “Why do my colours always look dull?” Trust me, I’ve been there too, so I wanted to share why this might be happening and how to fix it. It’s All About Context First things first, the colours you place next
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Isn’t it magical how a painting can teach us so much, just by looking closely? When I teach, we dive into master paintings and break down what’s going on and why they feel so powerful. Today I’m sharing a piece I did some time ago. This sunset scene might look bold and expressive (and it
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I love acrylics for lots of reasons including their versatility, vibrant colours, and quick drying times. I can sometimes be an impatient painter! However, I’ve learned through experience that there are a few common pitfalls that can affect your artwork. These are mistakes I learnt to avoid over the years. They are mistakes I often
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When I paint, I like to build up my layers – it’s like building something, stroke by stroke. Among these layers, some are bold and opaque, while others, the glazes, are more subtle. So, what’s the magic behind glazes? Glazes are essentially transparent layers of paint, a bit like Turner who used hundreds of glazes
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