Loved Bronze at the RA and enjoyed looking around the Jonathan Adler shop, such interesting and creative design ideas.
Currently working on an Advent Calender for an American Hedge Fund, Christmas at the New York Stock Exchange! My Fungi illustration for Microsoft Small Business is looking good on their leaflets and this week I have just heard that I will be doing the front page of the TV Times again - Great news. Christmas must be coming as I have also been commissioned to do the Houghton Phillips Xmas card.
Visited an exhibition at Lauderdale House two weeks ago in Highgate, featuring local artists, where we also met some old friends and had a really enjoyable evening.
Managed to visit Hidcote gardens in Gloucestershire before the weather deteriorated, what an inspired vision, experiencing 'garden rooms', different atmospheres and colours around every corner and wood - will definitely go back and stay in Chipping Campden next year.
Thursday, October 11, 2012
Monday, April 23, 2012
Out and about in London
Having seen pieces of Damian Hirst's work at different times, I was interested to see such a large collection at Tate Modern on Friday 20th April.
My overriding feeling is that he is a great showman, marketeer and technician. The brand that is Damian Hirst is clearly successful and draws the crowds, which then enables the work of other artists in the gallery to have a viewing they would otherwise not get. After that experience a pleasant evening spent at the Dock Cafe off Portobello road rounded off the day.
Tuesday 24th April, I will be doing a portrait day at a local school in Hertfordshire which I aways enjoy as the children are so enthusiastic.
I am also looking forward to going to the Decorative Antiques and Art fair at Battersea later this week and the Claude/Turner exhibition next week.
My overriding feeling is that he is a great showman, marketeer and technician. The brand that is Damian Hirst is clearly successful and draws the crowds, which then enables the work of other artists in the gallery to have a viewing they would otherwise not get. After that experience a pleasant evening spent at the Dock Cafe off Portobello road rounded off the day.
Tuesday 24th April, I will be doing a portrait day at a local school in Hertfordshire which I aways enjoy as the children are so enthusiastic.
I am also looking forward to going to the Decorative Antiques and Art fair at Battersea later this week and the Claude/Turner exhibition next week.
Friday, March 23, 2012
David Hockney & Johann Zoffany at the RA Versus Yayoi Kusama at Tate Modern
So many exciting exhibitions in London right now. I have seen Hockney twice and was completely impressed by his ipad work, so innovative and original. Zoffany, one of my favourite 18th century artists. To the non TV viewing audience of the 18th century, my interpretation of Zoffany is Downton Abbey versus Hogarth's East Enders, with Canaletto in between.
Yayoi Kusama at Tate Modern immersed me and the viewers in a riot of colour and polka dots and takes me back in time to Andy Warhol and the Factory. I really enjoyed the visual feast of all three exhibitions and the complete contrast between them.
I will soon be doing some work again at Woburn Abbey in the Curators Dept and am currently working on commissions for corporate clients.
My new page in the Contact Illustrators design Annual is 156 and available to see in the 28th Edition, now out. I am in the process of designing more pieces for the 'Funky Botanical' range which continue to generate successful sales and interest, with the help of Andrew Garner of Visual Impact. A range of prints from the collection can be seen at Breathing Space Spa in Harpenden, Herts and on my website.
Yayoi Kusama at Tate Modern immersed me and the viewers in a riot of colour and polka dots and takes me back in time to Andy Warhol and the Factory. I really enjoyed the visual feast of all three exhibitions and the complete contrast between them.
I will soon be doing some work again at Woburn Abbey in the Curators Dept and am currently working on commissions for corporate clients.
My new page in the Contact Illustrators design Annual is 156 and available to see in the 28th Edition, now out. I am in the process of designing more pieces for the 'Funky Botanical' range which continue to generate successful sales and interest, with the help of Andrew Garner of Visual Impact. A range of prints from the collection can be seen at Breathing Space Spa in Harpenden, Herts and on my website.
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Summer Exhibition - Royal Academy
Pam here - have wanted to get to the summer exhibition but not seen it yet.
If you have seen the show, do let me know your thoughts and recommendations on any specific pieces?
I have been a little disappointed in recent years to see so many of the same RA's exhibiting pretty similar works from year to year, (Mary Feddon excluded - love her work) taking up valuable places that could be filled by new artists? Any suggestions how to get round that?
By the way, really like the Saatchi Gallery space and the way it is set out - the cafe/restaurant next door is quite good and well priced - some interesting exhibits.
Interested to hear any thoughts on art work generally and current exhibitions in London? - have also enjoyed the watercolour exhibition at the Tate Pimlico, have you seen the fantastic miniatures?
All the best - Pam
If you have seen the show, do let me know your thoughts and recommendations on any specific pieces?
I have been a little disappointed in recent years to see so many of the same RA's exhibiting pretty similar works from year to year, (Mary Feddon excluded - love her work) taking up valuable places that could be filled by new artists? Any suggestions how to get round that?
By the way, really like the Saatchi Gallery space and the way it is set out - the cafe/restaurant next door is quite good and well priced - some interesting exhibits.
Interested to hear any thoughts on art work generally and current exhibitions in London? - have also enjoyed the watercolour exhibition at the Tate Pimlico, have you seen the fantastic miniatures?
All the best - Pam
Monday, April 11, 2011
Artworks at Breathing Space Spa
What great weather, lets hope it lasts for the summer!
A newish e magazine called Harpendia, (www.harpendia.com) looking at all the local news and events has just come out with the 'Spring Edition' and it features the Breathing Space Spa and the Arworks I have produced for it. These have been painted with the Spa in mind, encouraging an atmosphere of calm and relaxation. Hope you like them - feed back is good, but be gentle!
Am working on a whole new project, with painted furniture which I am hoping to launch later in the year, will let you know how and when that is coming along.
Best wishes to all - Pam
A newish e magazine called Harpendia, (www.harpendia.com) looking at all the local news and events has just come out with the 'Spring Edition' and it features the Breathing Space Spa and the Arworks I have produced for it. These have been painted with the Spa in mind, encouraging an atmosphere of calm and relaxation. Hope you like them - feed back is good, but be gentle!
Am working on a whole new project, with painted furniture which I am hoping to launch later in the year, will let you know how and when that is coming along.
Best wishes to all - Pam
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Video of Artworks at Breathing Space Spa
A fantastic new video of a selection of artworks from each collection has been put together by Andrew Garner of Visual Impact! These works are shown against the exotic backgrounds of the health Spa, from the cafe to the treating rooms on the second floor. I am particularly pleased with the lighting at the Spa, which shows off the artwork to its best advantage and creates an informal and relaxing environment.
I have added to the Abstract range very recently and am preparing to launch my personalised painted furniture collection in the first half of next year.
In addition to the special offer of the set of four smaller block mounted prints, we have also offered an additional discount of 15% on all canvasses, block mounted prints and prints for the month for December 2010.
Do let me know if you have any suggestions for improvements on the site.
Pam
I have added to the Abstract range very recently and am preparing to launch my personalised painted furniture collection in the first half of next year.
In addition to the special offer of the set of four smaller block mounted prints, we have also offered an additional discount of 15% on all canvasses, block mounted prints and prints for the month for December 2010.
Do let me know if you have any suggestions for improvements on the site.
Pam
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Breaking News
My TV times christmas cover will be out in print from monday 6th December across Great Britain. This is my 4th TV Times christmas cover in succession.
To coincide with this, my Xmas promotion will run from 1st December to 30th December.This will cover all designs in the Funky Botanical range, giving a discount of 15% on prints, boards and canvas wraps.The Funky Botanicals have met with great success, since their launch in September.
I have also added two new canvases to the abstract gallery from December - 'Neon' and 'Circuit'. Both are mixed media and acrylic; available as paper prints or stretched canvas.
In 2011 I will be launching my limited edition painted furniture collection and am in discussion at present with a leading design magazine regarding a promotional article. Watch this space for more news, new products and artwork.
To coincide with this, my Xmas promotion will run from 1st December to 30th December.This will cover all designs in the Funky Botanical range, giving a discount of 15% on prints, boards and canvas wraps.The Funky Botanicals have met with great success, since their launch in September.
I have also added two new canvases to the abstract gallery from December - 'Neon' and 'Circuit'. Both are mixed media and acrylic; available as paper prints or stretched canvas.
In 2011 I will be launching my limited edition painted furniture collection and am in discussion at present with a leading design magazine regarding a promotional article. Watch this space for more news, new products and artwork.
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