“It’s not just a brush, it’s an experience. A ritual. It’s life changing and it’s your life.”
Victor Lindop
Artist Spotlight: Michael Taylor
Michael has been painting more or less without a break since leaving Goldsmiths in 1973, exhibiting widely over the years, both internationally and in London. His works are held by many public and private collections, including the National Portrait Gallery, London, the Holburne Museum, Bath, and the House of Lords art collection. Working slowly on one canvas at a time he has had infrequent but regular one man shows at Beaux Arts, London, Waterhouse and Dodd, London, The Art Stable, Dorset and more recently The Portland Gallery, London. Michael has received a number of awards, including the NPG Portrait Award, the Holburne Contemporary Portrait Prize and the Royal Society of Portrait Painters Changing Faces Award, of which society he is an elected member. Notable sitters have included crime fiction writer Baroness P D James (NPG), composer Sir John Tavener…
FLAT VERSUS FILBERT – The best of both worlds?
The 'Long Flat Curved Edge' from our Ivory range was designed by David Shevlino from the USA. In Shevlino’s current work, the canvas has increasingly become a place to experiment with different techniques of paint application. He is particularly interested in exploring the line between the traditional representation of the figure and the abstraction of it, and his paintings reflect his simultaneous use of both approaches. His paintings are characterised by broad brush strokes, a sensuous application of paint and an obvious feel for tonal harmonies. Shop Ivory Long Flat Curved Edge www.rosemaryandco.com/ivory-flat-curved
Artist Spotlight: Timothy Rees
My name is Timothy Rees - I’m an artist and father of 3 living in Scottsdale, Arizona. While I have had no formal training, an intense study of literature and paintings of the past, combined with working from live models almost daily, gave me the skills to enjoy a life as a painter. Over the years I have been fortunate enough to run my own atelier, teach workshops around the world, and place in competitions such as the Portrait Society of America and the Art Renewal Center. Although I paint all subjects, I mostly gravitate toward portrait and figurative work. I am intensely drawn to naturalist paintings of the past, yet I am constantly interested in pushing the boundaries of paint application and abstraction. As such, my work tends to fall into two different collections. The first are paintings…
Bristle Hair – Softest to Hardest
Here is a quick guide to the different characteristics of our bristle brushes.
Artist Spotlight: Charles McHugh
Professional Artist Charles McHugh spent just over 37 years in the Royal Air Force flying helicopters; a dream come true after a childhood in which aeroplanes were the only interest that he embraced. He was a Glider Pilot at age 16 and joined the RAF just shy of his 18th birthday. His natural ability to draw and paint was recognised and nurtured at Grammar School but in a free spirited or reproduction way using poster paint, and technique was never taught; meaning that his artistic creation skills are all self taught over decades. In 1980 he found himself based in Germany where he embraced the advice of an established Artist to purchase good quality oil paints and study methodology and technique which he did and soon he had a self-sustaining hobby as his work sold for modest…
Tisch Daggers by Celeste Duffy
Are Rosemary & Co Tisch Dagger Oil Brushes Worth It? If you’ve scrolled through art forums, art blogs, or even Instagram reels, you’ve probably heard about or even desire Rosemary & Co paintbrushes. Me too! For years, I hesitated to order. They felt like one of those “too-good-to-be-true” products that might be more hype than substance—plus, ordering from the UK seemed like an extra layer of effort and expense. But here’s the truth, or at least what I found after finally taking the plunge: with regards to their oil painting Tisch collection (long-handled dagger brushes), the hype is absolutely earned. These brushes are worth every penny, every bit of shipping, and every ounce of painterly joy they unlock. First Impressions: Beauty in the Hand Let’s not pretend the physical beauty of tools doesn’t matter—it does. These brushes are simply gorgeous.…
Master Workshops by Rosemary & Co
Dear Artist, We’re excited to announce the teachers for our 'Master Workshops by Rosemary & Co' here in Yorkshire, England, 2026. Spots are 'first-come, first-served' and so if you are interested, please visit masterworkshopsbyrosemaryandco.com or email us at enquiries@rosemaryandco.com
Artist Spotlight: Jack Browning
Jack Browning (b. 1997, London, England) is a contemporary painter and musician whose distinctive interpretations of Western culture resonate through authentic portrayals rooted in personal relationships and cross-cultural experiences. Initially focused on traditional realism, Jack refined his approach toward expressive figurative painting after studying with renowned artists, notably Joshua LaRock, whose mentorship deeply influenced his use of color and dynamic composition. Jack’s transatlantic perspective, shaped by music tours, extensive research, and friendships across the American West, allows him to thoughtfully reinterpret classic Western imagery, moving beyond stereotypes toward genuine representation. His cinematic color palettes—ochre-infused blues reminiscent of vintage film—highlight his fascination with how the West has traditionally been perceived through media, while simultaneously celebrating contemporary narratives. Jack’s international recognition includes selection for the prestigious Society of Graphic Fine Art Exhibition in London, and his notable inclusion in the Taos Art…
NEW Walnut Travel Paint Box
A beautiful travel paint box, yet practical too. Finished with the R & Co logo on the lid. Made with walnut wood and a deluxe finish with a magnetic closure design. Folding size 12 x 17 x 3.2cm. 24 wells for half pan size. A slot for a travel or water brush. Side palette for mixing and a brass-looking metal water pot. Screw thread tripod mount. Ideal for the urban sketcher on the go, as well as a beautiful gift for someone you know. You can add an optional R10 - Pocket Golden Synthetic Pointed size 6! Find on our website here.
