Yvonne Dolloway loves bold colours and atmosphere which you can see in her work. “Surf Up” Can you tell us more about your practice and your artistic background? I have been privileged to have lived in some of the most beautiful places, Cornwall, France, Scotland and Devon ” What draws you to depicting seascapes, in…
Valerie Nerva paints in oils, acrylic and mixed media. Most recent work has centred on the natural world, featuring landscapes and gardens. “By the pond : early glory.” Can you tell us more about your recent focus on nature, gardens and landscapes? As with so many people during the pandemic, life became centred around the home…
Becky Pascoe is based in Somerset. She creates semi abstract paintings distinctive for their strong linear nature and high colour. “Fish Frenzy“ How would you describe your work and what have been the most important influences on your practice? I describe my work as semi-abstract still life/interiors mainly, although I do enjoy waterfront scenes. My work…
Welcome to our latest exhibition newsletter bringing you information on our current online art exhibition.The exhibition has an exciting and changing selection of works and is fundraising in aid of South West air ambulance charities. It brings together over 80 contemporary, emerging and established artists and will be viewable online until 31st December. “Westbury White Horse” EmmE Art Wiltshire based EmmE Art works in oil paint….
Welcome to Art Gallery SW monthly newsletter. This month we will be showcasing makers who specialise in textiles and jewellery. “Poppies” Debbie Elsmore Textile Art Fabrics are one of the most versatile of materials. They can be manipulated and embellished. Evidence of textiles dates back to pre-historic times. Created at first to protect humans from the elements, later they were developed…
“Can you tell us about your oil painting ‘Jewels at Dusk? What makes for a strong and successful Abstract work?“ I painted this in oil, there are several layers, each layer must dry before I can apply another.This gives it a beautiful texture. I then apply a dark glaze to desaturate the whole painting and…
“Can you tell us more about the process you use to make your paintings, with specific reference to ‘The Power of Peach 1 Abstract’? “ Unlike most artists I have no idea how my paintings will look when finished. I decide on the background colour for the canvas, which is the only time that I use…
What are the influences upon your work? Colour is the main influence in my work, I get inspired by beautiful colours and they make me want to paint, I adore the beauty of flowers naturally in the landscape or a beautiful bouquet. Also other artists have always been a big influence since a young age,…
“Londonscapes“ How would you describe your style of work and what are the influences upon your practice? I focus predominantly on geometric abstraction and contemporary landscape in my work. As an artist with a background in psychology, my practice lies at the intersection between art and science. My fascination with human nature at the present…
Welcome to Art Gallery SW October newsletter. There’s a definite feel of Autumn in the air, as the days have started to shorten. Trees are beginning to prepare for Winter, as their leaves prepare their amazing colour displays. This edition will feature a small selection of gallery artists whose work is available as limited edition and giclee prints. We have featured just 5…
“Alone on the River Avon“ “Can you tell us more about your art and what inspires you?” A lot of my art work is inspired by what I see in books or when I’m out walking or by photographs I have taken. I’m a self taught amatuer artist, I have explored all the different mediums…
“Pansy” “In ‘Pansy’ you depict raindrops upon a flower’s petals. Can you tell us more about this technique?“ This was the first time I had painted raindrops, but once I understood the technique I found the process quite addictive and practised many times! Its really about where the light comes from and where any shadow…