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Welcome to my blog
This is where I share updates about new artwork, online workshops, exhibitions, demonstrations and life as a pastel artist. Whether you’re looking for inspiration or simply want to follow what I’ve been working on, I hope you enjoy reading along.
Soft Pastels for Beginners: 7 Things I Wish Every New Artist Knew
One of the loveliest things about soft pastel is how quickly you can begin. There is no paint to mix, no brushes to wash and no waiting for layers to…
Autumn Series 2026 – 7 online workshops in soft pastel
I am excited to share my 6th Autumn Series of online workshops, 7 subjects to help you develop more confidence painting in soft pastels. There is something very different about…
Finding a New Way In
Developing my Autumn Series of soft pastel workshops has reminded me, painting has a way of revealing things during the process of creating. One of the things I love about…
Soft pastel workshops, Dorset 2026
Why working in a sketchbook builds real confidence as an artist using Soft Pastel When people think about learning to paint on a soft pastel workshop, they often imagine finished…
Summer and Autumn Soft pastel classes 2026
As we move into the longer evenings, I’m looking forward to my Evening Light workshop. it’s a chance to slow down and explore those moments when light transforms the scene.…
Soft pastel workshops Spring Series 2026
Join me for my Spring Series 2026 – with a special offer!5 weeks for £96.00 To keep my soft pastel workshops running smoothly with reliable tech and resources, each workshop is £22…
Take your pastels en plein air
Quick tips for sketching outside. Having an art bag ready to grab is a top tip, less planning and you can dash out when the weather is perfect! The more…
River reflections – soft pastel workshop
I wanted to introduce you to Pissaro whilst sharing the inspiration for my latest online session, River reflections. Pissaro is an impressionist I have always enjoyed. I have a bridge…
Sketchbook studies can be a matter of minutes
“What I dream of is an art of balance, of purity and serenity…something like a good armchair which provides relaxation from physical fatigue.” Henri Matisse I love cats. They are…
How Do I Use Soft Pastels? A Friendly Guide to Getting Started
The other day, a student asked me a question on the first day of their art course: How do I use pastels? Poised with pastel above a blank surface. It’s such a simple…
The Magic of the coast in pastels: Welcome to My Online Workshops
Have you ever felt the draw of the sea—the urge to capture dramatic waves and rugged cliffs in a way that does them justice? There’s something timeless and soul-stirring about…
Find your creative voice – what do I draw next?
I’ve found the best advice is to keep it simple. I am lucky enough to live in Dorset which is full of inspirational views. There are so many views and…