I’ve decided to take some time away from exhibiting to enable me to dedicate some time to develop my portfolio of new work. I have since been creating a lot of drawings and gathering ideas for new paintings. I have a number of paintings “on the go”, with the idea of developing the series ofContinue reading “New work developing & expensive open art competitions!”
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Making progress
Gradually making progress on drawings and paintings. Have been getting ideas together, making sketches and taking photographs of scenes that take my notice and inspire me in some way. I’m currently focusing on the interplay between the man-made and natural, using textures, line and colour. I’ve got lots of ideas from public and private gardens,Continue reading “Making progress”
Taking time
I’m now working in my space, taking my time planning, sketching and studying subject matter to create new artwork. For the last 10 months I have been pressuring myself to create art to exhibit and sell in the gallery, art trails and events. I have realised that I need to take a step back, doContinue reading “Taking time”
New work space
I’ve now moved into a new workspace closer to home. It’s a small but perfectly formed space, in a venue promoting partnerships and business enterprise. Looking forward to producing new work. A new space for a new direction, new ideas and new outlook. Once I’m settled and producing new work, I will be welcoming visitors.Continue reading “New work space”
Supporting an artist by a small purchase
Artists everywhere need support to carry on their practice. This could be through a purchase of their work, a print or simply an art card. Making a purchase can help and artist fee the confidence to develop their practice work further. Over these last few days at Arundel Gallery Trail, I may not have madeContinue reading “Supporting an artist by a small purchase”
Arundel Art Trail
I’ve been busy preparing for Arundel Art Trail. I’ll be in venue 1, Victoria Institute. The trail guides are available at all the venues in Arundel during the art trail (20-29 August). You can also pick one up in West Sussex libraries and many other venues in the Arun district. Including: Clifton Road Gallery/Crafters Corner,Continue reading “Arundel Art Trail”
A very warm studio!
Well, the studio is sweltering at the moment, so on a mission to get some air flow! Spent some time getting some paintings sorted and a bit of studio organising this afternoon.
Bognorcoastalarttrail
Day 3 of the art trail, and, although we are very quiet (thanks to the scorching weather and Wimbledon tennis finals), we have had some lovely conversations with very interested art lovers and some sales. I’ve taken the opportunity to do some painting in my space. This is great way of engaging with interested peopleContinue reading “Bognorcoastalarttrail”
Art Trail Season
This week heralds the lead up to two months of art trails. Three of my new paintings are featured in a preview exhibition, promoting the brand new Bognor Coastal Art Trail. The first two weekends in July, I will be exhibiting with Tim Bartell in his lovely home. Throughout July, I will be taking partContinue reading “Art Trail Season”
Prepping for trails & exhibition
Apologies for lack of updates, it’s been a busy few months preparing for a number of exhibitions and art trails, with family and other commitments in between. Bognor Coastal Art Trail runs in various venues across the Bognor Regis area, over the first two weekends in July. This preview exhibition held at POP! (Opposite theContinue reading “Prepping for trails & exhibition”
2022 – new year, same challenges
A new year brings fresh challenges but the same issues of finding the right balance between working to pay the bills and creating art work. However this year, I feel I may be able to find more time to create the art work needed for exhibition and sales. I hope the new owners of theContinue reading “2022 – new year, same challenges”
What’s next?
A chance to step back and take stock. Look at creating some new work for 2022. Uploading images of work for online sales. Make sure stock is updated and ready for potential Christmas sales at Clifton Road Gallery in Crafters Corner.
Exhibition prep & prints
Been busy sorting out work for the upcoming exhibition, and planning to get some prints done of my paintings and drawings. it’s all go…
Craft Cabin, Bognor Regis
Finding new venues to exhibit and sell is often a challenge. I’m now additionally selling my small paintings at The Craft Cabin, Chalcraft Lane, Bognor Regis PO21 5TS. A lovely, unique creative venue, full of crafters and artists selling their work to the general public.
Arundel Museum Art Exhibition.
I’m currently exhibiting at Arundel Museum along with 11 other artists. The exhibition was organised by Clifton Road Gallery.
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