Pebble beach

‘The real subject of every painting is light.’ CLAUDE MONET WHENEVER I’M PAINTING A PIECE, I am constantly appraising each movement, blend and nuance along the way. When you break it down, the number

SOMETIMES THE INSPIRATION FOR YOUR NEXT PAINTING can be right in front of you – literally. Trying to find the correct subject with great lighting and composition is quite an art: a lot of images won’t

In my opinion, British summers are rather fantastic, especially when spent in a garden. Even if you’re not naturally green-fingered, being a painter gives you a wonderful opportunity to enjoy and enga

This month I will be turning my attention from the small birds in spring to larger works. I’ve especially enjoyed exploring along the Menai Strait, a beautiful expanse of water set against the backdro

This month I will be turning my attention from the small birds in spring to larger works. I’ve especially enjoyed exploring along the Menai Strait, a beautiful expanse of water set against the backdro

Sometimes the sky in your painting can be quite plain and isn’t meant to be a major part of the subject matter. On other occasions, however, it may be the subject itself or create drama and contrast i