Anita Saunders is based in Wiltshire and is known for her paintings and prints of animals. “Sun Longer” “Is it difficult to capture the unique characters of dogs portrayed in your screen prints”? I think capturing the unique essence of any living subject is always a challenge for an artist. Speaking personally, it’s always about…
” Can you tell us about your path into art?” I was drawn to the beauty of nature as a child, and loved drawing and painting as soon as I started school. After a general Art Foundation course in Manchester, Kingston Poly was where I studied illustration, with regular field trips to sketch Brixton market,…
“What in your opinion do you need to consider to create a successful portrait? “ My current paintings are stylised fugitive art, predominantly Acrylic on canvas.The characteristics of the subjects are vital for me to capture the essence that makes an individual captivating. I choose subjects that are unique and beautiful in their own way.I collaborate…
Welcome to the February newsletter. This month we focus on nocturne art but first let us tell you about a change on the Art Gallery SW website. You can now try artwork before you buy A new feature on our website now means that with augmented reality you can now see artwork on the website in your own…
“Harvest” ” How do you choose your subjects such as “harvest”?” “Harvest”was inspired by a walk in the Cotswolds during autumn. Whenever I am out walking whether locally or on holiday , I will usually take a camera and sketch book with me. If I see something that particularly inspires me, I will take a…
“What appeals to you about Abstraction as a style?“ I like to work from observation, but then present my own ideas & feelings for a place through layers and textures that pull away from the original representational reference points. My work is generally based on a landscape or seascape where the original form has been…
“White Egret 111 -river Asker” “How would you describe your style?” I originally trained in Natural History Illustration and later, Fine Art. I would describe my style as realistic impressionism with lively atmospheric paintings, while also keeping realism for more detailed Illustration work (I have worked with Dorset Wildlife Trust for over 35 years producing illustrations…
Hello to December and our final newsletter of 2021! This month we will be showcasing a selection of still life works. But first, Jan Underdown’s cheerful depiction of a robin. Robins are often thought to be associated with the festive season. Here are a few thoughts put forward as to why. The Victorian period saw a newly created postal service. Postmen were nicknamed…
Helen Norman is a collage artist, whose work is collected internationally. Works feature in private collections in the USA, France and the UK “Mevagissey” How did you first discover your love of collage? I had always loved making things out of discarded objects and paper during my childhood.l loved giving things a new life, use and meaning as…
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 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…