Artists & Illustrators

Watercolour SKIES

My painting technique is based on an intuitive approach to watercolour, so all subjects are painted in a similarly loose way. My landscapes are no different. I am always striving to paint something that conveys a certain mood and has an effect on the viewer.

I have been lucky to teach watercolour painting in so many countries over the last 20 years, but one of the most beautiful places I have been is the Indonesian island of Bali. I love the sunny summer days there; all tropical nature, vibrant greens and stunning skies. That’s what I aimed to represent: a typical Bali landscape.

The painting is based on a sketch I made when I last visited Bali. The painting’s composition could be divided into two parts: the larger area of the sky (filled with moving clouds, interesting

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from Artists & Illustrators

Artists & Illustrators2 min read
We present… RUTH SWAIN
In the art world, some individuals are destined for creative expression from an early age. This innate calling often propels them towards a path of exploration and experimentation. Such is the case for British Art Prize 2023 finalist Ruth Swain. Grow
Artists & Illustrators1 min read
STEP-BY-STEP Studio
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO PAINT AND CREATE Coloured pencils are a very slow medium. Taking time is key. Realistic portraits take a long time and a lot of layers. Getting to know your pencils and a light hand in building the layers are essential. My go-t
Artists & Illustrators5 min read
For The Love Of Lidos
Drawn to the way light interacts with the water, this Brixton-based mixed media artist has been immortalising her local lido for nearly two decades. Like so many mums, I used to take my kids to the lido when they were little. It was back in the days

Related