An Indian Summer
The hot pinks and reds in this piece of work express the heatwave which we had recently. Our small garden was a sun trap and I could dream that we live in the Mediterranean or somewhere exotic.
Painting the gardens at Croome Court
Catching the atmosphere and light in the walled gardens was a challenge; one never knows quite how a painting will develop but working from real life helps to capture the history and character of a place.
Exhibition at Croome Gallery and pottery
This month I have an exhibition of paintings at Croome gallery and pottery which is situated in the walled gardens of Croome Court, next to the National Trust property of Croome Court. Many of these paintings are related to gardens either by the sea or inland. I also have cards and prints for sale there.
The Fox and the Lily pond
The sound of foxes calling to each other can often be heard in the distance and in my imagination I decided to add a fox into this painting of our local gardens. Perhaps he is watching the fish in the lily pond.
A Hazy Summer Afternoon
Here I am again painting. I have chosen to use watercolour paints, which made a change because I normally use gouache. I enjoyed the delicate quality of the watercolours and working in washes.
Painting the Lily pond at Jubilee Gardens in Bewdley
It was a lovely sunny afternoon so I decided to have a go at painting the lily pond in my own style. The gardens were looking especially beautiful with all the sun and rain that we have had recently. I shall finish the painting in my studio at home.
I shall be exhibiting in the gallery at Croome Court walled gardens
Last week I delivered ten of my large paintings, some prints and cards to the pottery and gallery in the walled gardens at Croome Court. I shall be exhibiting there for a month over August and the gallery will open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. I shall post some more photos when they exhibition has […]
Caemes Cove in Anglesey
While I was staying in Anglesey with my family recently I made this small study of Caemes Cove. I kept a sketch book and I am planning to create more paintings of the beautiful landscapes and lighthouses that we saw on walks along the coast.
Exhibiting at the Three Counties Show
It was very snug in the marquee at the “Three Counties show” in Malvern and it was great to meet up again and see some familiar faces of people who visited my stand. While I often prefer to be in the fresh air we were protected from the torrential rainfall on a few occasions!
Time Travel through dance, Pattern and Rhythm
This Summer I shall again be teaching at Chichester University as part of a Summer school with Margaret Morris Movement. I shall be combining my skills of Theatre Design and Dance to teach some workshops. It’s great to draw on my different skills and pull them together in this interesting project culminating in a performance […]