Commissions 2017
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This piece called ‘Bond’ has a special meaning to me. When creating a portrait I always aim to capture the emotion and energy of the sitter. If there are more than one person in the composition, it’s key to capture the bond between the two. This piece is of my baby and my husband, from…
This drawing of a Robin redbreast was a quick sketch one cold evening when Christmas was coming (you know, the time when all of the adverts FINALLY make their way onto tv in droves!). So I decided to make a few sketch ideas for this year’s Christmas card. Robins are always so cheerful, despite whatever…
I’ve been so busy with a number of private and confidential commissions to undertake, and subsequent framing. It has been fun! They are now in the post or being stored for later delivery. Many of the pieces have been surprise gifts for their loved ones so the subject matter has been close to their hearts…
The last few months have been strange for my studio what with moving abroad, moving back again and living in a hotel for a very long time with a small baby! I had to turn down various commissions due to lack of space, but things have recently changed! I’ve taken advantage of new-found freedom and…
Hey, I’m going to be part of the New Forest Show 2017 starting next weekend! Got my pictures at the ready and hope to do some demonstrating too. I am showing three pictures (two drawings and one canvas) and a number of cards at the event. I’m picking some pictures up at the framers tomorrow and…
Pets are so popular as a subject matter, and that’s fine with me as I always love the chance to work with a new pup. Reference material is so important and I prefer to take the photos myself wherever possible to get a sense of their character and form in person. However, taking photos of…