Until 31 May 2024 This exhibition showcases a blend of modern and contemporary artworks. Pioneering figures like Michael Craig-Martin and Alexander Calder feature prominently, alongside Gavin Turk and Keith Tyson. The display explores themes of ident

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO PAINT AND CREATE I really enjoy painting busy and complex scenes, as it gives me the opportunity to use a variety of techniques around the painting. For this painting, I chose a photo that I took while visiting London’s West En

GROWING UP, I developed a fascination with human facial structure early on, sketching portraits and people from a young age. My parents were very encouraging in my desire to draw and create; always investing in art materials for me. I still remember

VANESSA BELL WAS IN MANY WAYS the emotional lynchpin of the famous Bloomsbury Group. Virginia Woolf memorably described her older artist sister, born in 1879, as “a bowl of golden water which brims but never overflows,” a testament to her fluid, equa

I LOVE SPENDING TIME in this city. I often sit for a drink at a corner cafe while sketching and watching people go by. Plaça Reial is a beautiful square in the heart of the old town of Barcelona, surrounded by many architecturally rich buildings. The

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Daler Downey Permanent Rose Daler Downey Sap Green Daler Downey Viridian Hue Daler Downey Permanent mauve (PV23) Daniel Smith Quinacridone Magenta Daniel Smith Hansa Yellow Medium Schmincke Ultramarine Violet Paper: Bockingford 140lb, stretched Winso

JENNIFER HARMES HAS CRAFTED a unique presence in contemporary painting with her inventive style and commitment. Exploring alkyd oils, she’s developed a distinctive technique, revealing her process through transparent layers of colour. Originally from

OVER SEVERAL NIGHTS in January 1879, the French artist Edgar Degas (1834-1917) visited the popular Paris entertainment, Cirque Fernando. Posters by François Appel (1821-82), promoting Cirque Fernando (and Fernando Cirque) included illustrations of th

I’m a loyal subscriber of this lovely magazine and look forward with excitement each month to receiving the latest copy. I live in St Leonards-On-Sea and work from home as an artist and illustrator. I wanted to share my creative style and medium desc

THERE IS SOMETHING MAGICAL about watercolour. This can be seen in the translucency of the medium, the way light can shine through transparent washes, and the subtle mingling of water and paint. It is an alchemy of sorts. I hope any painter will find

Enter this month’s prize draw for your chance to create with confidence, courtesy of ROYAL TALENS We’re excited to announce this month’s prize draw, in collaboration with Royal Talens, offering you the opportunity to enhance your artwork with a range

From this June, British artist Flora Yukhnovich’s paintings will temporarily grace the top of Hertford House’s grand staircase, a unique space at the Wallace collection, replacing two of French painter François Boucher’s works. Her large-scale painti

THE IMAGE I AM GOING TO PAINT is a view of Cascais, a charming Portuguese seaside town, known for its picturesque beaches, beautiful architecture and rich history. I particularly liked the composition with all of the beach huts drawing your eye into

BORN AND RAISED in a small Essex household devoid of artistic inclinations, Michele Ashby, a British Art Prize 2023 finalist, never envisioned herself as an artist. In fact, the very title of ‘artist’ seemed too “grandiose and flamboyant” for her hum

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Before Holly, we always had Labradors. But on this occasion, we decided to put our ‘do-gooders’ hats on and rehome a rescue dog. After much discussion, we thought the gentle nature of the greyhound would probably suit our family. Holly is very quick

AIMEE ERICKSON SEES HER OVERABUNDANT ART studio as a really well-stocked kitchen. You could walk in and make anything you want at a moment’s notice, from a dinner for friends to a multi-tiered wedding cake. “What I have is a lot of space for my ridic

ROBERT KELSEY WAS BORN with a creative spark and an inkling to keep exploring his artistic abilities from a young age. This led him to secure a spot at Glasgow Art School at the age of 17. Call it a sign from the universe, as Robert slowly began to a

LONG BEFORE HIS ACCLAIM AS AN ARTIST, Francisco Fonseca spent his early mornings sketching by the light of dawn, a habit that shaped his artistic passion from a young age. Born and raised in the serene landscapes of Paço de Sousa, Portugal, his artis

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“WE WERE ONLY A GROUP OF FRIENDS who shared a common passion for painting as a form of self-expression. Each of us was interested in the work of the other, in the health and happiness of the others.” It’s a warming statement from Gabriele Münter in 1

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

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