Slide / PowerPoint Presentations:

Each presentation lasts for approximately an hour and a half. This is divided in to two halves with a short break midway through. It is possible to adjust the duration or content of the talks - please ask. I provide all the equipment unless agreed prior to the talk. The following subjects are available:

Focus on the Falklands
Five weeks of spectacular scenery and wildlife in these remote islands. Pecked by a penguin and accosted by an albatross: find out about the realities of life as a wildlife artist, and view some of the resulting artwork.

Nature in Art
Nature was probably the first subject to be portrayed by mankind. This talk begins with cave paintings and examines the changing relationship between the artist and the natural world. We look at images by various artists and investigate the possible options open to an artist inspired by nature.

Birds in Art
The first part of this presentation relates to my long-term interest in birdwatching, and my transition from a "naturalist interested in art" to an "artist interested in nature". The second part of the presentation refers to other artists' work and charts recent trends in the depiction of birds.
Impressionist Ladies
We take a glimpse into the lives of the two best-known female members of the French Impressionist movement. The first half of the talk concentrates on Berthe Morisot, the second half on Mary Cassatt. We explore their similarities and differences and see how two women artists in a man's world produced some of the most radical work in the history of art.
The Art of Mosaics
No history lesson, but a look at both ancient and modern mosaics, including Gloucestershire's spectacular Great Pavement at Woodchester. I concentrate on the design and techniques of mosaics and bring along some of my own work. I also bring cutters and tiles so some of the audience can have a go!
 

Workshops/ Demonstrations:

I believe in the value of traditional drawing skills as a basis for creativity. My aim is to help students to develop skills in an encouraging and supportive atmosphere.

I am happy to teach half day, whole day or evening classes on a variety of subjects and media, and tailor the tuition according to the abilities of participants. I also offer private art tuition for adults or children.

Some recent workshops include:
Charcoal Portraits Watercolours Drawing techniques
Trees Birds Life drawing Still life (in oils / acrylics / pastels)

Other subjects are available - please ask.

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