Have sketchbook, will travel

When I go for a walk on a hot summer’s day, I search for a route that has lots of cover from trees and tall hedges that line a path or lane. In that way, strong rays of sunlight are broken by shade fr

REFERENCE PHOTO My photo shows a small hamlet nestling in the Yorkshire Dales in England. My inspiration was the sun catching on the stonework and slopes, contrasting with the dark storm cloud above.

REFERENCE PHOTO My photo shows a small hamlet nestling in the Yorkshire Dales in England. My inspiration was the sun catching on the stonework and slopes, contrasting with the dark storm cloud above.

Islands have long held a particular draw for me. I love exploring that wild edge where two worlds collide and create a dynamic environment that supports a rich biodiversity. Being able to follow the l

Islands have long held a particular draw for me. I love exploring that wild edge where two worlds collide and create a dynamic environment that supports a rich biodiversity. Being able to follow the l

In the August 2025 issue, I spoke about the subject of using photos as reference material for paintings. I talked about the advantages and some of the challenges that they may present to the artist. I