“It’s not just a brush, it’s an experience. A ritual. It’s life changing and it’s your life.”
Complicated Illustration & Brush Work
My recent illustrations have been for a ‘Wind in the Willows’ community drama event, applying the story to locations in…
Master From The Past – Dame Laura Knight
The English artist, Dame Laura Knight holds a special place in my affections. She died a year before I was…
Oil Brushes; A Brush Makers Top Tips
We get asked all of the time for the 'magic' brush. Sadly, there is no such thing, though there are…
Smooshing, Smudging, Tinting
I’ve designed this new range to be an inexpensive blending brush. The Smooshing Brush is made from a blend of…
The Fastest Art In The World – An Art Mission To The ISS
Paintings by well-known American artists Richard Schmid and Nancy Guzik were successfully delivered to the International Space Station (ISS) on Dec…
Master Of The Month – Interview with James Willis
Artist James Willis has a BA Hons in Fine Art and Music, as well as an MA in the History…
When Faith And Art Intertwine – Iconography Through Art
There is a beautiful Hebrew tradition called, "Hiddur Mitzvah". This ancient practice, dating back to the Babylonian captivity, interprets a…
Master From The Past – John Singer Sargent
John Singer Sargent (1856-1925) is widely recognised as the leading figurative painter of his generation. (more…)
Persevere, Persevere, Persevere!
Before I was a professional artist, I was an elite athlete in the sport of long track speed skating. My…