Framing paintings or photos has, for me, been just a little bit stressful in the past. I have stood in the framing shop and been totally overwhelmed by the range, size and then the price of the frames. So from this experience I thought I would put together a little guide for choosing a frame... choose a frame for your painting at home using my nifty bit of software on my website, its easy! You don't even need to leave home to do it!
January for me is one of those months that I am not keen on, light levels are low and with very little sunlight it feels like it can drag on for ages. I am normally quite creative this time of year ...
I was pleased to have my small painting 'Paint Sketch - Porto Musician 1' accepted to this years Worthing Open and went along to the private view last week to have a look at the selection. This is the 2nd time I have exhibited there, the first time I was a Worthing Open winner...
The overall idea of my tiny online shop is to offer for a limited time various products - probably limited to 5 or 6 with my designs on. This is an online shop only and so only available to order online and not at exhibitions.
This long painting was a massive project for me. After a cold winter in the studio painting the three panels were installed in this beautifully landscaped small garden in Worthing....
Pathways is part of the Artwave Exhibition, an art trail that is based over in the Lewes/Newhaven area. There is lots to see and it is a fun day out to go and discover all of the artistic talent in this area. List of opening times and links
In June, I embarked on an exciting journey to Porto, Portugal with a mission to find inspiration for my latest series of paintings. Armed with a borrowed camera from my travel companion, Roy, we spent an amazing 10 days capturing the vibrant spirit of this colourful city....
The Online sale starts Saturday 6 May - 29 May All of the Paintings on Paper Collection are on large beautiful pieces of heavy watercolour paper, painted with fluid acrylics which give a vibrancy and a type of watercolour effect. They are all signed and are sent in tubes ready for you to frame at home.
Want to explore the Brighton Artists Open Houses? Perhaps its your first trip? Read my easy guide, about where I am exhibiting plus a little about the actual Open House concept. Insider tips, with links, on how to see some amazing artwork and beautiful houses and gardens in this eclectic arty city - Brighton!