Todays Class-Serenity in Green and Brown!

We had a great time in class today--Rosie on the left and her mum in law Hilda on the far right had never painted before-Rosie chose to do her painting in the green and Hilda in the brown.
They both produced great pictures and really enjoyed themselves!No one used the prussian blue preferring the other colours instead.

Jack , Pauline and Chris received their trophys for long service!
And Julie and Sheila recieved their artist brooches as they have been 6 times.
The last 5 times were a couple of years ago,and I wasnt doing the artist brooches then!
Julie and Sheila had to leave early to go for a meal across the road at the Squirrel, so had their pics taken on their own!
We all had a great day and we are looking forward to seeing them all again.

Tomorrows Class

I have 8 people coming to class tomorrow.
The subject is called "Serenity In Green" However a few people have asked about painting it in a different colour so tonight I have quickly painted 2 other versions using van dyke brown and prussian blue so they can choose which one they prefer.
We 2 newbies who have never painted before, 4 of my recent students and 2 from a couple of years ago-so a real mixed bag!
One thing is for sure-we will have a laugh as well as creating some beautiful masterpieces!
Cant wait!

Absolutely Unique

I have some more paintings on display in the new gallery that has opened up in Corve Street , Ludlow, Shropshire.
"Absolutely Unique" has lots of beautiful furniture in there as well as paintings and jewelry etc.

I am going to be Artist In Residence at the gallery on 11th and 12th of February. I will be taking my easel,paints and canvas to the gallery and speaking to the public about my work etc.
Must say Im really looking forward to it!

New Bathroom!

Ive had a busy couple of days doing a painting with a difference--on the back of my bathroom door!
Ive almost finished now , just got a bit of fiddling to do, then onto the big cupboard in there--I have made a start to day but my arms are dropping off now, so will carry on tomorrow.
The birch trees are one of my most popular class subjects and is copyrighted and logged with www.protectmywork.com

It looks much more impressive in real life than in the photo,and I'm very happy with it!

Puppy Sitting For Teddy!

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I had a busy day yesterday puppy sitting for my friends Jan and John.
Little Ted is only 4 months old, and he a bundle of energy. I thought I had puppy proofed the house but soon realised that I hadn't-he found all sorts of things to play with!
I ended up putting an old tray out of the parrot cage across the kitchen doorway to keep him confined to the kitchen/garage and patio areas!

He had 2 good walks in the morning and afternoon, had a little nap and he was back to exploring the patio and lugging all sorts back into his basket-he seems particularly partial to plastic flower pots!

He had a great time with my nephew Charlie, playing and chasing around. Poor Charlie nearly got licked to death!

Teddy did have a couple of little accidents - he went to the front door and asked to go out for a wee, but as I didn't have his lead on , by the time I fetched it -too late! He also had a little wee when my daughter Becki called-the excitement was too much for him -good job hes only little and does little wee's!
Hes a lovely little chap though,just look at that little face as hes in his basket trying to keep awake in case he misses something!
He didnt miss him mum and dad til 10 minutes before they arrived, by then he was completly knackered, he would have slept well all night!

"The Trees" SOLD

The Trees will be going to its new home later this week. Its always been one of Bills favorite paintings!
Its going to be hung on a dark wine red wall which will set it off a treat!

I must start work on a new one--Ive got a great idea based on this one but with some changes, Ive got some 3ft square canvas that will work for my idea.
I will post it on here when I'm finished.
FLU !
I thought I was over the flu but I have come to realise that I'm not as well as I thought I was. I feel great when I get up, but an hour after I'm starting to flag a bit. One good thing is Bill hasnt caught it--the flu jab must have worked on him!
I'm going to try and get one next year-never want this again , I know that much !

Class of May 16th-- Emerald Woods

Emerald Woods is a popular class subject that uses acrylic and oil paint. A mystical scene that seems to remind students of walks in the woods when children!

You will learn composition,perspective,colour and how to use several different brushes and what they will do, as well as a painting knife.


The painting is suitable for all ages and abilities from 6 years upwards
If you would like to join us for this workshop please get in touch via the website
http://paintingmyway.co.uk/
or ringing me on 01584 872013
4 PLACES LEFT

Updated Class Dates

After being ill for what feels like weeks, Ive finally got round to sorting out some more class dates. They follow in further posts.
Ive got the virus that is doing the rounds in the area and its really knocked me for six.
Coughing, nose running ,sweating and aching everywhere, and to top it all a cold sore.

Ive a feeling this Saturdays class might be cancelled as I'm far from right yet.I am going to see what I'm like tomorrow-if I'm no better I will cancel it-- -the last thing I want is to pass it on to students.Looks like Bill is coming down with it as well now.

Class of Jan 17th--Winters Walk

Winters Walk is painted using acrylic and oils,we have had a lot of fun doing this painting in the past in classes.
You will learn composition,perspective,colour and how to use several different brushes and what they will do, as well as a painting knife.


The painting is suitable for all ages and abilities from 6 years upwards
If you would like to join us for this workshop please get in touch via the website
www.paintingmyway.co.uk
or ringing me on 01584 872013

Class of Jan 31st-Serenity In Green

Serenity in Green is a new class subject.
This will be an interesting painting as it uses a very limited colour palette. Most people will be doing it in the green shades but at least one will be doing it in other
colours.


You will learn composition,perspective,colour and how to use several different brushes and what they will do, as well as a painting knife.

THIS CLASS IS FULL
The painting is suitable for all ages and abilities from 6 years upwards
If you would like to join us for this workshop please get in touch via the website
www.paintingmyway.co.uk
or ringing me on 01584 872013

Class of Feb 7th--Birch Trees

Birch Trees has had some of the most remarkable results of all the classes I teach.Its painted in acylic paint so its dry enough for you to take home.
You also have the choice of colour and canvas.
You can choose from the monochrome black and white version or the sepia tones which is fast becoming the most popular choice.You can also choose from the 16in x 20in canvas or a hexegon shaped one-the choice is up to you! Making the choices is the hardest part of this painting!

The painting is suitable for all ages and abilities from 6 years upwards
If you would like to join us for this workshop please get in touch via the website
www.paintingmyway.co.uk
or ringing me on 01584 872013

Class of Feb 14th -Summer Day

This painting is the most popular class subject that I teach.
Its always bright and cheerful, and the students always produce excellent results even first timers!

You will learn composition,perspective,colour and how to use several different brushes and what they will do, as well as a painting knife.

The painting is suitable for all ages and abilities from 6 years upwards
If you would like to join us for this workshop please get in touch via the website
www.paintingmyway.co.uk
or ringing me on 01584 872013
3 PLACES LEFT IN THIS WORKSHOP

Class of Feb 28th -Forest Dawn

Forrest Dawn is a new class subjects painted using acrylic and oils,
You will learn composition,perspective,colour and how to use several different brushes and what they will do, as well as a painting knife.


The painting is suitable for all ages and abilities from 6 years upwards
If you would like to join us for this workshop please get in touch via the website
www.paintingmyway.co.uk
or ringing me on 01584 872013

Class of March 7th--Perfect Evening

A beautiful bright vibrant scene which could be anywhere -- -Scotland, Wales or abroad!
Painted using acrylic paint so it will be dry to take home .You will learn compostion,perspective,colour and how to use several different brushes and what they will do.


The painting is suitable for all ages and abilities from 6 years upwards
If you would like to join us for this workshop please get in touch via the website
http://paintingmyway.co.uk/
or ringing me on 01584 872013

3 PLACES LEFT

Class of March 14th -Winter Wonderland

Winter Wonderland is painted in oil onto a black canvas.Its great to see how each student creates a completely different version of mine-even when they haven't painted before
You will learn composition,perspective,colour and how to use several different brushes and what they will do, as well as a painting knife.
I have 4 places left for this class
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The painting is suitable for all ages and abilities from 6 years upwards
If you would like to join us for this workshop please get in touch via the website
www.paintingmyway.co.uk
or ringing me on 01584 872013

Class of March 28th--Frosty Reflections

Frosty Reflections is a simple but very effective painting, created using acrylic paint.It can be painted ina variety of colours,shown are just 2 of them.It could also be done in blues or greens.
You will learn composition,perspective,colour and how to use several different brushes and what they will do, as well as a painting knife.


The painting is suitable for all ages and abilities from 6 years upwards
If you would like to join us for this workshop please get in touch via the website
http://paintingmyway.co.uk/
or ringing me on 01584 872013

Class of April 11th--Stormy Skies

Stormy Skies has a few different variations as you can see.Painted in oils.
You will learn composition,perspective,colour and how to use several different brushes and what they will do, as well as a painting knife.

This has been one of the most popular class subjects to date with fantastic results each time.
The painting is suitable for all ages and abilities from 6 years upwards
If you would like to join us for this workshop please get in touch via the website
www.paintingmyway.co.uk
or ringing me on 01584 872013
5PLACES LEFT

Class of April 18th--Forest Pool

Forest Pool is suitable for all ages and abilities.
Painted in oil on a black canvas which makes it a bit less scarey than a white one, its a fun painting to do.
You will learn composition,perspective,colour and how to use several different brushes and what they will do, as well as a painting knife.

If you would like to join us for this workshop please get in touch via the website
www.paintingmyway.co.uk
or ringing me on 01584 872013

Class of May 2nd -The Waterfall

This is the subject for May 2nd class.
This painting is done in oils on a black canvas which helps take the fear out of it to a certain extent-a black canvas appears harder to spoil than a pristine white one-especially to first time artists!
You will learn composition,perspective,colour and how to use several different brushes and what they will do, as well as a painting knife.


The painting is suitable for all ages and abilities from 6 years upwards
If you would like to join us for this workshop please get in touch via the website
www.paintingmyway.co.uk
or ringing me on 01584 872013