Portrait Completion Process: Resolution and Letting the Work Rest
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Time in Portraiture: Time as a Material in Portrait Painting
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The ‘Latest News’ category keeps you updated with the most recent developments in my portrait painting practice, including upcoming exhibitions, new collaborations, and exciting announcements. Stay informed about what’s happening in the world of portraiture.
A Day Trip to Petworth House
Recently, my partner and I took a day trip to Petworth House, a remarkable country house nestled in the Sussex countryside. I went without any …
New Beginnings: Moving Into My Art Studio at Leyton Studios
I’m thrilled to announce that I’ve moved into my new art studio at Leyton Studios, 15 Argall Avenue, E10 7QE. This change marks a significant …
Finding Time for Inspiration at the National Portrait Gallery
Recently, while working on a project involving Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, I managed to carve out 45 minutes to visit the National Portrait Gallery in London. …
A Quick Trip Around the Manchester Art Gallery
Recently, I took a quick trip to the Manchester Art Gallery, where I had the chance to revisit some classic works by William Holman Hunt, …
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Latest News Archive
Portrait Completion Process: Resolution and Letting the Work Rest
Portrait in Progress: Living With a Portrait as It Develops
Time in Portraiture: Time as a Material in Portrait Painting
When Is a Portrait Finished?
Portrait Settling Time: Allowing the Work to Settle Between Sittings
Portrait Commission Timeline: How Long a Portrait Takes
Between Portrait Sittings: What Happens Between Sittings
Working from Life Portrait: Why Observation Matters
Flattery, Likeness, and the Ethics of Portrait Painting
Portrait Painting Time: Why Painted Portraits Cannot Be Rushed
Building Portrait Likeness: From Structure to Nuance
Painted Portrait Process: How a Painted Portrait Develops Over Time
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