The Blog

Clue 3 Autumn 2018 at my open studios event with Dean and Anna.

New classes begin with an emphasis on drawing, the day is split into two parts. October 21st proved to be like mid Summer.

It was a great opportunity to sketch at Upton Dyke. In the studio, I gave an explanation of perspective.

It was fruitful to see single point perspective in action as boat masts curved in a line and diminished in size.

Back in the studio, I enjoyed seeing the colourful drawings of boats and autumn leaves.

The winter months will mean more indoor learning. The next class for this group is early December.

Homework sketchbooking is key, start small (A6) and sketch everyday objects, practice drawing cylinders of spice jars for example.

Are you interested in day courses? Email me to get involved using the contact form!

The next class will focus on measuring techniques and tricks to test your accuracy.

Teaching art techniques

Teaching art techniques

Monochromatic Autumn leaves with shadows

students painting

Cobalt Inspirations Exhibition Norwich

Following the success of the 2016 show, three Broadland art and artisans return to present more works inspired by the colour cobalt
in the Front Room, Anteros Arts, Norwich.
Corrin Tulk, Michelle Daniels and Ann lamb met through Norfolk open studios five years ago and work independently but live close to
each other in the Broads, only separated by the River Bure. The three are inspired by each other’s continual ambition to develop and
try new techniques in their practices’ and their drive to survive as self-employed artists and love what they do.

For more detailed information on our individual practices follow the link.

As part of a forthcoming fundraising art exhibition for EACH, I have submitted a painting.
The theme of the competition is ‘Love’.
My intention was to create a picture for the walls of the hospital with the word ‘LOVE’ translated in many languages
so as to enhance a welcoming hospital environment.
On September 4th at 3pm the EACH painting auction will take place at Mannington Hall. Near Holt, Norfolk.
You can start bidding here

Reasons for the auction “We need a new hospice to meet the demand for our services in Norfolk.
We have planning permission for a new hospice – the “nook” – on a five-acre site in the parish for Framingham Earl, five miles
south of Norwich and alongside the communities of Poringland and Framingham Pigot.

Making the ‘Universal Love’ painting
Technically the painting is acrylic on canvas with lettering in gold leaf.
The painting measures 95 x 65cm when framed.
In the past I have messed about with lettering and texts in other languages on natural elements.
Here are a couple of earlier examples.

Tibetan letters

Teaming up with a couple of talented local Broadland artisans who are both inspired by the colour Cobalt, we have formed an exhibition in April in Norwich.
We will be located in the Front Room of Anteros Arts Foundation for a couple of weeks. This show is quickly followed by Norfolk open studios starting second May bank holiday where we hope you will be inspired to head further East, near Acle to see much more of our work.
Anteros Arts Foundation, 7-15 Fye Bridge Street, Norwich, Norfolk NR3 1LJ from 19-30th April.
PV Thursday 21st April, 6-8pm. Please feel free to drop by and meet us at the Opening! Perhaps let ‘Reception’ at Anteros know in advance for catering numbers a few days beforehand?

My painting works in progress can be found on my facebook page.
Michelle Daniels website link is Michelle Daniels – Potter or find her works in progress on facebook

Ann Lamb’s jewellery is available from Etsy and her in progress photos are on facebook

Yin and Yang painting

In the Hare and Moon gallery at Alby crafts I have 12 small works including some new Caister abstracts and the new pastels in grey frames. This is an ongoing show.

Clare Knight who’s craft is paper cut-outs of nature and sea has expanded her gallery to include other artist’s work. Please do support this new venture if you are passing by Aylsham.

Caister abstracts and Hare and Moon Gallery, Alby

I will be participating in a mixed media exhibition of about 15 artists at UNA Gallery, Norwich weekend 8-11th May. There will be paintings sculpture and video and I will be exhibiting work from the Caister abstract series.
Some new canvases hot off the press too!

If you miss it, Norfolk Open studios in my home gallery starts 23rd May.

Here are the newbies….

Exhibition runs Friday 8th- Monday 11th May 2015.
You are also welcome to attend the PV on Saturday 2-5pm, when I will be there.

OPENING TIMES: 10am – 5pm Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday

Address – Fabric Warehouse, First floor, 8 Swan Lane, Norwich, NR2 1HZ, off Bedford Street near Jarrolds

See UNA gallery website and fb page for more information on the all the artists and their art statements.

Like my facebook Art page if you want to see more ‘in progress pics’ and advance warnings of new exhibitions.

For a copy of the accompanying zine download the Zine here.

The countdown to open studios begins soon and a number of preview events are taking place.
From Tuesday 14 April – Sunday 19 April, a taster event takes place in the light filled Norwich Forum Atrium showing examples of work from everyone taking part in Norfolk.

The Broadland and Great Yarmouth preview is taking place in South Walsham at St Lawrence art centre (a church opposite the Ship Pub). Opening party on 23rd April 6-8pm, then just a couple of days 24 and 25 April, 11am -5pm.
Do come and support this local event if you can, it is the first time in this venue and a fabulous space with art, cards, jewellery and sculpture for sale plus refreshments and scented garden.

Finally the open studio starts on 23rd May, note the earlier opening hour 10am. Closing at 5pm. My studio will be open weekends and Wednesdays. I will be involved in the new and expanded boat trail. Leaflets will be available soon at Acle Library and of course any of our studios on the day.

Art trail Map Upton