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What's New...
Here you will find my latest paintings as I take the masking tape off. Often as not, with photographs of each major step and my thoughts/decison-making along the way.
And new articles with tips and techniques to set you off flying on your watercolour portrait painting journey with the results that you want to see. You're going to have so much fun!
The new additions
Fabriano in Acquarello 2026 - chuffed to bits!
I'm chuffed to bits to be one of the watercolour artists chosen to represent England and Wales at this year's fabulous international Fabriano in Acquarello congress.
A close-up of part of the portrait I submitted.
Watercolour hares
The latest additions to my rogues gallery of watercolour hares: hares with moons, bees, steely looks, and huge grins. And some shimmering gold!
Colourful watercolour portraits - 3 colour combinations for you to try
These three colourful watercolour portraits were all painted with a different limited palette of just three colours. If you are a beginner in watercolour you can try these! I have done all the pre-painting preparation for you so that you are left with the easy part: all you need to do is play and have some fun!
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Exhibiting in Gigglewick Gallery, Worthing
I am delighted to let you know that you can now find a selection of my watercolours - including this vibrant "Mr Fox" and "Girl in blue"- at the lovely Gigglewick Gallery, in Worthing, West Sussex. The gallery is in the unique location of The Royal Arcade, opposite the seafront and pier.
Watercolour tips for beginners - including the ugly duckling!
Watercolour tips for beginners. The do's and don'ts and lightening bolt moments I've learnt along my watercolour journey that will give you the watercolour painting results you want. Faster.
Some will be easier to follow or stick to than others!
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Should beginners paint watercolour portraits?
Should beginners paint watercolour portraits? Yes! Absolutely! Find out why.
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