A blanket of snow

You will learn Using a restricted palette Breaking your pastel for sharp lines Highlighting areas for a moonlit effect You will need Surface: Sennelier La Carte pastel card, 7x5in (18x13cm) Pastel col

You will learn Painting winter light effectively Applying texture using tools Balancing variety with clarity The painting Morning Light at Marple Locks was born from one of those early winter mornings

AT THE HEART OF MY OWN PRACTICE lies observation and my wish to capture atmosphere of the place, wherever that may be. To achieve this, I like to work en plein air observing the new scenes and alla pr

I AM A FULL-TIME PET PORTRAIT AND WILDLIFE ARTIST, and art tutor based in Lancashire. My pet portraits are created on a commission basis for clients all over the world. I bring my love for animals and

The transient effect of mist is a challenge to paint. This wonderful and atmospheric light effect has inspired artists for years and I’m no exception. I spend a lot of time in many different landscape

During my recent visit to London, a sudden downpour completely transformed the energy of Piccadilly Circus. While others hurried for cover, I stood mesmerised by how the rain softened the city’s sharp