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Over the past few years I’ve immersed myself in books and demos by artists past and present, then tried to echo their choices in my own work – not to sell copies, but to train my eye and hand. It would take me almost five years to feel confident enough to display my work, let alone sell it. Of course along the way several of my friends and family took or commissioned paintings from me, but to declare myself a competent artist is another matter.

Looking back, life was never quite as glamorous as it appeared from the outside, and I rarely had time to sit and see the places I was visiting. So I set myself a new objective for this next chapter: to revisit those countries in watercolour and paint the journeys I never had time to appreciate before and test myself in different ways to find out if I had still got it..

Nature Themed Art Landscapes tend to sell best in watercolour because they line up almost perfectly with what buyers want from both nature‑themed art and the watercolor medium itself: calm emotion, timelessness, and easy fit with home decor. Emotional and psychological appeal Whitbourne Walk in the style of Oliver Pyle Nature scenes tap into a basic human affinity for nature (often called biophilia), giving viewers a sense of escape, calm, and introspection when they look at

The art world is shifting rapidly. Online art galleries have grown in popularity, offering collectors new ways to discover and purchase art. More and more high street galleries are closing, driven by a 12% drop in sales and high operational costs. The major change however has been the shift in digital purchasing forcing the closure of many smaller spaces. For artists themselves, especially those new and up and comng, the traditional route to market is therefore even more comp

Last summer Addison came to stay. He’s two, he’s our grandson and he is an absolutely adorable child. Sitting in the garden with him and wat

This blog explores the process and techniques I used and shows below my own rendition of Dr Edward Wilson’s watercolour of McMurdo Sound

Land Rover a timeless icon in watercolour by Art Marco. The vehicle in the painting resembles the Land Rover Defender, a direct descendant of those early models. With its iconic boxy silhouette, upright stance, and rugged functionality, the Defender carried forward the DNA of the original Series I, II, and III models. The Defender became more than just a farm vehicle—it became a global workhorse. From traversing the African savannah to climbing the Scottish Highlands, it p

An in-depth look at painting the old wreck at Dell Quay, Chichester: process, materials, challenges & beautiful photography in watercolour.

Discover Thomas Girtin’s watercolor techniques through a step-by-step guide to painting Morpeth Bridge. Perfect for watercolor newcomers

Learn to paint a watercolor landscape with this step-by-step guide. Discover washes, composition tips, and how to create an Alicante rooftop

Croft Castle is just outside Yarpole near Leominster. Situated on the English-Welsh border, it’s an ideal location for watercolour artists

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