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Portrait practice in oils — and no, we’re not chasing likeness here, just learning how to paint skin tones with confidence!This is perfect for beginners who want to explore the basics of portrait painting in a relaxed, step-by-step way. We focus on colour mixing, brushwork, light and shadow — with a good dose of playfulness and no pressure to be perfect 
Private sessions are available at times that suit you — ideal if you’re curious about portraits and want to try something new in a calm, supportive setting 
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Painting animal eyes!
I always love watching confidence grow during projects like these — especially when students suddenly realise they can create something they never thought they could paint, all in 1 session!
Painting meaninful art
Inspired by Monet’s beautiful water gardens, I wanted to capture that peaceful feeling of standing beside still water and watching light dance across the surface.
Painting Florals in the Studio
Acrylic florals are always so lovely because every painting ends up taking on its own personality.
