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Tag: gouache
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
Blogmas Day 6: A Christmas Cottage
For my daughter’s October birthday, I made her a painting of conkers so when she decorates for autumn, she has … More
Blogmas Day 5: HALF-PRICE ARTWORK!
As a thank you to everyone who has supported my blog, today only (December 5th) I am offering a 50% … More