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Capturing Nature In Ink & Watercolour
Nature provides beautiful subjects for artists – from tiny wildflowers to magnificent trees. In this workshop you will draw and sketch from the grounds at Stephens House & Gardens, and experiment...
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The Painterly Approach
The Painterly Approach: An Artist’s Guide to Seeing, Painting and Expressing A 144-page hardcover book by Bob Rohm. Create paintings with feeling The Painterly Approach bridges the gap between what you...
View ArticlePreparing for Your Open Studio
It is the time of year when many artists are preparing for an Open Studios event. Here are tips and guidelines for a successful Open Studios experience. I have participated in Open Studios in a number...
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Upcoming Summer Open Studios 2015
It’s that time of year! From the May Bank Holiday onwards there are many events where artists open their studios to visitors. Here is your chance to see work and speak to the artist who made it....
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South East Open Studios – a Variety of Artists
Every year in June, artists and craftspeople across south east England open their doors to the public as part of the South East Open Studios event. The next SEOS Event will take place on 5 – 21 June,...
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Art at St Dunstans
Part of Bucks Open Studios this group show, Art at St Dunstans, will be held in the atmospheric, medieval St Dunstan’s Church. You will be able to meet the ten artists who will show paintings,...
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Current Events #23
(click images for larger view) Friendship Portraits June 12 – Sep 27, 2015 Les Amies Ishbel Myerscough Friendship Portraits, a display of paintings and drawings by Chantal Joffe and Ishbel Myerscough,...
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200 Projects To Get You into Art School
200 Projects To Get You into Art School A 128-page paperback book by Valerie Colston Inspiration and Ideas The alternative title for this book was ‘200 Projects To Strengthen Your Art Skills, For...
View ArticleWinsor & Newton Art Material Demonstrations
Winsor & Newton Art Material Demonstrations at Jackson’s Art Supplies, Dalston. Coming up next week in East London. Join Winsor & Newton artist expert on 9th June, 2015 and get all of your...
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Terry Ludwig Soft Pastels
Now at Jackson’s Terry Ludwig Square Soft Pastel sets are perfect for artists looking to create fine detail in their work. Available in selections of 10 to 550 sticks, they offer beautifully varied...
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Metallic Paint Effects with Aqua Bronze
Contemporary artist Bonita Alice tried Schmincke Aqua Bronze colours for the first time recently. She has written a review about the Aqua Bronzes and shares some studio images with us. Cow on a...
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Interactive Sessions at Jackson’s Dalston
Last week we hosted three interactive sessions with Winsor & Newton expert Cassandra Fairman who showed visitors tips and techniques for using Professional Water Colour in pans, tubes & sticks,...
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Current Events #25
(click images for larger view) Drawn Together 30 June – 5 July, 2015 Sounds of Morningby Marie Blakescreenprint Society of Graphic Fine Artists members exhibition. Bankside Gallery 48 Hopton Street...
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Spirit of the Rainforest Art Residency and Childrens Art Competition
Two Creative Cultures Brought Together In the World’s largest Captive Rainforest Spirit of the Rainforest is a project that is a collaboration between Survival International, the the global movement...
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Improving a Textured Acrylic Painting by Changing Colours
Do you have an acrylic painting which is not working, possibly because the colours aren’t quite right? Instead of storing it or disposing of it, you might want to try layering on new colours using...
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Current Events #26
(click images for larger view) Heatherley’s Annual Exhibition July 14-18, 2015 Charissa Shearer A display of work by students at the Heatherley School of Fine Art Portrait Diploma and Sculpture...
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Jenny Oldknow Reviews Schmincke Aqua Bronze
Jenny Oldknow is a watercolour artist and tutor with a studio in Belper, Derbyshire. Jenny’s mix of detail and realism has been honed through daily sketching and painting and constant observation of...
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Painting Brilliant Skies & Water in Pastel
Painting Brilliant Skies & Water in Pastel Secrets to bringing light and life to your landscapes. A 128-page paperbaack book by Liz Haywood-Sullivan. From skies above to water below, discover the...
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Leytonstone Arts Trail 2015
Now in its eighth year the Leytonstone Arts Trail is taking place across 47 venues with hundreds of artists participating. This annual East London arts event will run from 4th- 12th July, 2015. This...
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Fast and Loose Painting with Patti Mollica
Learn to paint in a bold and loose style with tutor and artist Patti Mollica. Jackson’s Art stocks three DVDs and a book by Patti Mollica for acrylic painters. Patti Mollica paints in a contemporary...
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