When I first started painting I didn’t know much. That’s the beauty of learning a new skill though, there’s so much to learn. I’m still learning now and you never really stop. I had no idea how much there was to take in, but I was so keen it almost became an obsession. Over 20 […]
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Vanessa’s Incredible Journey I wanted to share the story of Vanessa. Vanessa joined my weekly in-person class around 9 years ago, and we worked this out the other day because I was pregnant with my eldest Sienna when she joined, and she’s going to be 9 in November. When Vanessa first joined, she had very
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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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Last week, we began our journey through the Elements of Art with Line, the building block that brings movement, focus, and emotion to a piece. Today, we’re diving into the next element: Shape. Shapes are all around us—in nature, architecture, and artwork and they serve as the foundation of composition. By understanding how to use
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When I paint a subject, I often like to create a blend between the subject and the background, so they are almost intertwined. I find it can add excitement and energy to your painting. This technique, often referred to as soft edges, involves blurring the edges of your subject and merging it with the background
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When it comes to creating vibrant artworks, understanding colour bias is crucial. Colour bias refers to the tendency of a colour to lean towards a particular hue. This seemingly subtle aspect can significantly influence the outcome of your mixes and the overall harmony of your palette. Let’s dive into what colour bias is and why
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Learning to paint can be a challenging and rewarding journey. It is a creative outlet that allows us to express ourselves, unwind and explore our imaginations. But it’s important to remember that the process of learning to paint is just as important as the finished product. As adults, we often become too focused on achieving
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