Much as I love my current range of birdwatching logbooks, it’s always exciting to have the opportunity to produce a … More
Tag: gouache
Drawing Mako Sharks
WITH WILD LIFE DRAWING I’ve never felt particularly affinity for sharks, but I really enjoy these sessions and take every … More
Evil Under the Sun Thumbnail Sketches
I love Agatha Christie, and over Christmas the Beeb usually shows my faves: Murder on the Orient Express, Death on … More
New Year Painting
I am still trying to work out a style for my artwork which isn’t an illustration. I’m not a great … More
Betwixtmas Leftovers
I rather like this time of year, when there is enough vagueness and drift to the days but there is … More
Blogmas Day 23: A Fieldfare in Gouache
I had done a Fieldfare for my parents’ Christmas card so thought I would have a go at another one. … More
Blogmas Day 15: Sketchbook Tour
Here is a flick-through of my Stillman & Birn Alpha Series mixed media sketchbook, which I have had on the … More
Blogmas Day 13: Keel-billed Toucans
I woke up feeling full of a cold, so decided to relish the fact that I didn’t need to venture … More
Blogmas Day 12: European Jays & a Redwing
I chose some more familiar birds to try some more webcam stills in gouache. These paintings are both taken from … More
Blogmas Day 10: Blue Jays, Woodpeckers & Goldfinches
This took me most of the day, but I’m pleased with the result as it’s very different from what I … More