Frequently asked questions

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Canvas

I try to always use a good quality canvas, opting to paint on a 100% natural, cotton duck, stretched & primed canvas. I do always keep my clients budget in mind and offer them the choice of ordering a custom made canvas or a good quality, store bought stretched canvas that come in standard sizes.

ACRYLICS

Acrylic is my paint medium of choice. Acrylic paint allows me the versatility I require with the type of work I do. Its fast drying quality enables me to work more commercially to meet deadlines, but also allowing the flexibility of various techniques. I can, and have worked with oil paint, but always return to acrylic as it is the paint medium I have mastered.

Are you a self taught artist?

I qualified as a Graphic Designer & worked as one for many years, but found myself sitting behind a computer instead of creating with my hands. I began painting in my spare time, using all the knowledge I had gained whilst studying, and developed my talent & skill, which I am constantly improving on, even today. I don’t believe we have ever learned enough and there is so much to explore with art! May the journey never end…

What do you like to call your style of work?

My love for colour & painting with acrylic paint has resulted in me creating many stunning & varied paintings throughout my artistic career. I have a constant need to explore with my art, that I am unable to just stick to one subject or style – the need to discover more about my ability & skill is very strong. With that I have developed a versatility in my work and I am comfortable drawing with charcoal in detail, painting larger than life images or creating abstract works with free, intuitive expression.

Do you always paint on a canvas?

I enjoy working on canvas because of it’s texture & versatility and I am able to achieve a professional result. I also work on paper, both for my drawings & my abstract, intuitive work. I’ve painted many murals on walls so think I can paint on anything really, but I would definitely say canvas is a favourite.

How do you select the subjects for your work?

I really am not drawn to one particular subject, but go through phases of being inspired by my surroundings, trends & people. I do like more dramatic imagery with good lighting for interest, and lots of detail in a face. Lines and wrinkles add character which are interesting, so I’m drawn to that. I have to respond to the image or subject I choose – I just ‘know’ that is something I want to paint or draw.

What famous artists have influenced you?

I have always been a huge fan of impressionism so my top artists would be Renoir & Monet. I am constantly inspired by artists everyday and am sometimes overwhelmed at the amount of talented people out there – Instagram can be a bit much! But I try to take what I see and learn from that by trying out what others are doing, and seeing if I can make their techniques work in my art. It’s both overwhelming and exciting at the same time! So much to learn, but always keeping your own sense of self present & striving to develop your own unique approach.

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