Opening my studio

Henley Arts Trail 2015The doors opened on Saturday morning and a sure but steady trickle of visitors flowed through the doors until Monday evening.Studio looking stunning in the early May evening sun.I have to come clean here, for the previous six or so years I have...

How and where to buy art

Buying art can be daunting for many people, so here are some suggestions!Visit the artistPainting is a solitary occupation and we are only too delighted to break for coffee and a chat with anyone who’s vaguely interested in our work. You will get a first hand...

As the winter drags on…

How to survive January & FebruarySuch a grim time of year to be an artist, especially if you are tied to the UK by school children or other commitments. Clearly if you aren’t its fantastic as you can sugar off to another, sunnier, continent and...

Choosing to be an artist

Is it a choice?I’ve been asked recently, a few times, to have students or young teenagers for work experience. This is always as much of an experience for me as I imagine it is for them, as I see my younger self reflected in their faces, and their dreams. I...