Finding a Muse: An Artist and Her Tree(s)

Ever since moving into our new home, I’ve been obsessed with this tree in the corner of the garden. Well, to be honest I have been thinking about it since we first viewed the house! Technically, there are two trees, touching at the base. The large trunk on the right is a common beech, while […]

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Painting Trees – Exploring Shape, Color, and Light

Gouache Tree Tutorial

One of my favourite subjects to draw and paint are trees. On their own, they provide a variety of design opportunities. In a group, they can provide a sense of scale to a larger landscape. They can be complex or simple. It all depends on the artist’s perspective and goal in the piece. I like […]

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