I’m always looking at ways of selling my paintings. And in a recession, other ways need to be looked at. That’s why I’ve decided that I need to investigate more about making prints of my work. Because not everyone wants to buy an original picture. Sometimes you just want to buy a picture because you LIKE […]
As I had fully expected, the postman arrived today bearing a long letter from Stuart writing about his experience of commissioning me to do the cheeky cards artwork for him. He has given permission for me to print the pertinent parts of it here……. Dear Jackie Enclosed are my recollections of the production of the wonderful […]
Stuart arrived grinning and with an armful of fresh flowers for me, more fragrant blooms from his garden – delightful pink and red camelias vibrant with spring joyfulness and as I put them in a bowl and found water for them, he was buzzing with excitement. He declined the tea I offered him and looked at […]
I don’t always choose what I paint. Sometimes it’s chosen for me. I suppose I could say no, though. But sometimes it’s fun to try something different, something that pushes the boundaries. Something…..well……S C A R Y! The thing is, that what is scary for me, is usually what isn’t for other artists. I know […]
Stuart arrived with flowers for me – Camelias from his garden, the first blooms of joyous pink and vibrant red. Aw, how sweet, and much appreciated. I put them in water as we chatted and I made him tea. The pose this time didn’t need much discussion, it had been described to me on the previous visit, so all […]
As I had expected I had a missive from Stuart this week describing his feelings about our drawing session the other day and his thoughts about the next one…. the salient points are here….. Dear Jackie Thankyou for the beautiful drawings you created yesterday. It was an enjoyable and interesting afternoon if rather arduous. I did not realise […]
Stuart arrived yesterday full of the joys of Spring and ready to start our first drawing sesssion for this latest project with me. Accompanying him was his usual voluminous bag containing amongst other things, the first of the two props needed for the drawings. But first, time for a cup of tea and general discusssion regarding the […]
Its been a while since I drew my male model but we were finally able to get together this week for another drawing session. After our usual initial cup of hot sweet tea and chat about any updates in our lives we were ready to start. I made sure the room was warm enough as this […]