VISITING ARTISTS 2021
Andrew Geeson
Demo: 20th April 2021
Subject: "Architecture” painted in watercolour
Website: www.loosewatercolours.com
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Profile:
Andrew loved to draw and paint from a very early age. He started his career as a botanical artist and then moved to children’s book illustration both genres requiring very detailed work. However, fairly recently, Andrew discovered the beauty of loose watercolours. It was a challenge as he had to almost unlearn his previous painting technique but he now enjoys demonstrating this freer way of painting so that others might find the same pleasure and enjoyment in this type of painting that he does.
Gwen Scott
Demo: 8th June 2021
Subject: "Birds" Pen and wash
Website: www.gwenscottwatercolours.co.uk
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Profile:
Gwen began her artistic career as a designer and illustrator of cards, wrapping paper and ceramic mugs. She also continued to develop her own painting skills and began teaching at Local Education Classes.
Her preferred medium is watercolour as she likes the clean bright transparent colours she can use for layering to achieve the results she likes.
Most of her paintings are inspired by her own photographs and memories, particularly those of Mediterranean holidays and the colours of the changing seasons in the UK.
She lives near Nottingham and has exhibited in local galleries whilst also running workshops and the several Art Groups that she has set up.
Hashim Akib
Demo: 6th July 2021
Subject: “Portrait “in Acrylic
Website: www.hashimakib.co.uk
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Profile:
Before becoming a painter, Hashim worked as an illustrator for various UK clients. His book, ‘Vibrant Acrylics’ has been translated into several languages and includes a companion DVD.
His preferred medium is heavy textural paint with expressive brush strokes and his subjects are predominately street scenes, marinescapes and portraits using a style which is quite bold and free and almost, at times, impressionistic.
He has taught his unique techniques in art schools in the UK, Italy and France
Claire Botterill
Demo: 10th August 2021
Subject: “Flowers” painted in water colour, ink, and wax
Website: www.clairebotterill.com
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Profile:
Claire began her artistic career making ceramics and then turned to sculpting in stone.
She is an established artist based in the Midlands using a wide range of media and materials in her paintings. She teaches in her own studio and also travels throughout the UK giving talks and demonstrations.
Tim Fisher
Demo: 14th September 2021
Subject: “Landscape” in oil, pastel and ink
Website: www.timfisherartist.co.uk
Profile:
Tim didn’t become a professional artist until 2000, following a successful career in research. However, since that time he has won numerous awards for his art and had a piece chosen for display in a London gallery.
Tim works from his own sketches and photographs where possible, he likes to work en plein air, making rapid sketches which he can work on later should the weather become inclement, which is very useful in the UK!
Carol Hill
Demo: 12th October 2021
Subject: "Landscape” in Watercolour
Website: www.carolhillartist.com
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Profile:
Carol is a qualified Adult Education teacher who organises workshops, painting days and demonstrations to art groups and societies throughout the country.
She has demonstrated different types of painting, using different media, for Etwall Art Group and is a very popular demonstrator, particularly liked for her humorous style.
On a more serious note, she has exhibited in London Galleries and has also been awarded some prestigious prizes.
Sandra Orme
Demo: 2nd November 2021
Subject: “Dramatic Weather” in Pastels
Website: www.sandraorme.com
Sandra Orme is one of the North West's leading pastel artists. Her studio is in the heart of the Peak District in Buxton, Derbyshire.
She has a degree in Fine Art and many years’ experience as an art teacher and tutor. She is a multi -award winning artist.
​Sandra is renowned for her ability to capture dramatic skies and a sense of place.