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Here we all are, self isolating and having to find ways to amuse ourselves. Unable to hold art classes, I’ve decided to try recording the painting of some portrait sketches. Practising these is something I’ve been wanting to do more of and this might just be the motivation I need. If you find this useful…
An afternoon with The SAA
Mid July I had a great time in the recording studio of the SAA taking part in a live stream painting demonstration. I painted a portrait using a limited palette in oils. For my first experience live in front of the cameras it all went well. The minutes slipped away and, mindful of the time,…
Happy Christmas 2017
My Christmas card to you …. Have a fantastic time everyone
‘Swannie McSheep Face’ or ‘What’s in a Name’
In-between detailed portraits it’s good fun to paint some small speedy pictures to loosen up and take a break. Here are a few 1 hour oils paintings completed one day by means of a rest. They are not the most skilfully executed paintings, but they are good practice. One of them obviously could have been…
Face on Linen (2)
Well I think I got quite carried away when I started on this painting. It occurred to me that I had intended to leave the hair unpainted – never mind, the application of a little alcohol with a toothbrush has taken it back. I may yet repaint the hair, but at least I can see…
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Amazing painting
Absolutely fabulous, Jackie. Really beautiful painting.