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This year I really wanted to make us a fun keepsake as I usually only do things for other people as gifts. I remembered I'd found this little gem, the ‘Activity Cards’ from issue 339 (Dec 2023) by Emm

What paints do you favour and why? I use mostly Golden Heavy Body or Fluid Acrylics. The colour is phenomenal and much stronger than other makes. Mixed media technique is another favourite: I can incl

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Manchester-based Rafael Mamedov discovered painting almost by chance during lockdown – and in doing so, found a fresh creative voice. His canvases are full of bold colour and rich texture, capturing a