This October saw the release of 'Ferry Light' print. Limited to 10 prints and made with archival paper and Inks this print is A2 and captures the amazing light around the Salcombe to East Portlemouth ferry.
The Prints are £195 each and can be brought through the Tonic Gallery Website
Drawing is the start of my process. First thing in the morning I send time finding my touch between nib and paper. These latest drawing are done with artist maker pens from Winsor & Newton. They look and feel like watercolour and help me to design my tonal compositions.
I will upload more images here as I complete them so keep returning for the latest drawings
The Light in Salcombe during October is so inspiring.The sun is lower in the sky for long giving the landscape sparkle and contrast. Ive been working in a warm palette to capture the light. I use Van Dyke Brown and Titanium White over a ground of Yellow ochre. The results are a warm light filled atmosphere of the sun reflecting off the estuary.
This award is to travel on an Eco-shipping named Dolphine. I don't have all the details of the prize yet but watch this space for more details in the coming weeks.
I won the award by painting the Brixham Trawler Vigilance BM76. The ship is on the National Historic Register which records and works to celebrate ships that are over 100 years old.
I captured the ship as it underwent a major restoration project at Sterling and Sons number 1 slipway in Plymouth. The yard its self is famous for being the oldest working covered slipway in the world.
I will post another entry on the paintings and...
A micro documentary, narrated by British landscape artist Greg Ramsden ARSMA, examining his motivations and relationship to his personal process creating award winning paintings. The film discusses the emotive and practical reasoning behind how Ramsden's art is created and the personal obstacles faced by the artist as well as creative people in general. The film seeks to portray an honest account of the fears, thoughts, history and challenges faced by Ramsden, but also in a wider sense, it can be related to by anyone who commits to what they love. The film stands...
