How to... compose pictures

Simplifying makes a chosen subject more digestible and allows you to capture it in a form that communicates something about it. But it’s a profound challenge when painting in an impressionist way and

Simplifying makes a chosen subject more digestible and allows you to capture it in a form that communicates something about it. But it’s a profound challenge when painting in an impressionist way and

You will learn What composition means. How to site a focal point and provide balance in your artwork. Observations to make and questions to ask. This is the first of three articles in a series about c

Placing key elements in the centre is not always the best option and can create a lack of visual interest. A common way to organize pictorial elements is to geometrically divide the picture plane into

I chose to paint this scene from the Cob Harbour at Lyme Regis because it captures a quiet, reflective moment that’s an alternative to the bustle of the town. We often holiday in Devon, and Lyme Regis

I grew up in a creative environment where making things with our hands was encouraged. That early encouragement gave me the confidence to pursue art seriously. I also remember being deeply moved by il