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by Catherine Peters July 01, 2022
by Catherine Peters June 01, 2022
This June, we welcome Nanci-France-Vaz. A modern renaissance artist drawing inspiration from the Pre-Raphaelite and Naturalist periods of art, poetry, and classic literature, and film. Combining her strong foundation in life painting with imaginative backgrounds fusing classical with contemporary realism.
by Catherine Peters March 01, 2022
by Catherine Peters February 08, 2022
We have put together a list of current and future T.V Series, Documentaries and Films that will inspire and entertain any creatives out there!
by Catherine Peters January 12, 2022
EVENTS & FEATURES
We are all more than ready for creativity and inspiration this year. To help you, we have begun collating Arts & Culture events that are happening during 2022 (continually updated) we hope this gives you plenty of opportunities to quench your creative thirst!
by Catherine Peters November 03, 2021
EVENTS & FEATURES
We take a look at two very different projects that show how art is used to shine a spotlight and gain valuable support for charities within our own communities.
by Ellie Jakeman October 27, 2021
Our episode shows you how to create texture using non-specialist supplies such as sponges, rock salt and clingfilm.
by Ellie Jakeman September 14, 2021
MATERIALS & TECHNIQUES
It’s that time of year where the nights are drawing in! However it doesn’t have to be all gloomy when we can open up our studios or kitchen tables to the Arts and Crafts any time of the year, but especially for Christmas!
by Ellie Jakeman August 24, 2021
Our friends at Winsor & Newton have released a very useful guide explaining the time it takes for their paints to dry:
Please note this guide is time before paint is dry to the touch. Oil paint must be fully dry before varnishing, usually between 3-6 months.
by Catherine Peters June 16, 2021
Contemporary artist Carla Raads, based in Lytham St.Annes, joins us for Artist Interviews this month. We explore her artistic background and unique painting technique. Alongside this Blog 'Artist Interview' we have the first in our new 'Artist Signature Series' over on YouTube, giving you a unique visual insight into Carla's artwork and her painting technique:
by catherine peters June 09, 2021 2 Comments
by Catherine Peters December 01, 2020
by Catherine Peters November 02, 2020
by catherine peters October 22, 2020
MATERIALS & TECHNIQUES
All great art starts with a sketch
Picasso owned an impressive 175 sketchbooks filled with ideas at the time of his death. Pencils are a great way to sketch ideas quickly or make beautiful, detailed drawings. Using a good range of graphite pencils allows you to explore a broad tonal value and achieve varying results.
by Catherine Peters September 30, 2020
Ellie Jakeman is an artist deeply connected to her home town of Blackpool. After studying at Blackpool School of Arts and Manchester Metropolitan University, Ellie became a teacher, developing curriculum across Textiles through to Fine Art.
by Jessie Crook October 09, 2019
by Larissa Gill September 25, 2019
by Jessie Crook August 15, 2019
by Madeleine Grange-Glen August 13, 2019 2 Comments
by Jessie Crook July 23, 2019 1 Comment
by Jessie Crook May 30, 2019
by Larissa Gill May 21, 2019
This summer the British Museum, London showcases the largest exhibition
by Larissa Gill October 17, 2018 10 Comments
by Larissa Gill September 21, 2018
by Jessie Crook September 05, 2018 2 Comments
Now it's my turn! As I head across America and Canada, I'm taking you with me to check out art outside of our beloved U.K. Things are about to get exciting...
by Mark Hudders August 29, 2018
by Mark Hudders August 22, 2018 2 Comments
by Mark Hudders August 16, 2018 10 Comments
by Jessie Crook June 08, 2018
by Larissa Gill May 02, 2018
by Larissa Gill February 02, 2018
Customise your shoes with something unique. Make a statement with wearable art.
by Jessie Crook October 24, 2017
Artists are invited to submit works to best represent this years theme ‘Friends’,
to exhibit alongside the Royal Society of Portrait Painters at their Annual Exhibition in London 2018.
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