April 2026 I hosted two intimate painting workshops, each with its own seasonal story.
The second one was inspired by European Easter traditions, light-filled spring mornings, and daffodils as their purest embodiment of renewal.
✨ Easter Light & Daffodils Workshop ✨
A hands-on painting workshop held alongside my solo exhibition at Art Space Gallery.
We’ll work with simple sculptural techniques using impasto medium and acrylic paint, exploring how light gently settles on form — creating luminous highlights, soft shadows, and a subtle relief surface.
This workshop is about slowing down, creating with intention, and building an Easter mood with your own hands.
Calm, welcoming, and designed for all skill levels.
Art Space Gallery – The Concourse
Impasto medium & acrylic on board
All materials supplied
Suitable for adults — no prior experience needed
Suitable for children 12+
Limited to just 10 participants — bookings essential
From time to time, someone commissions a portrait not simply as an artwork, but as a way to preserve a presence — a face, a character, a moment in life meant to last beyond the present. Portraits hold a unique place in art because they are created with the future in mind, becoming part of a family’s visual history. When I work on a portrait, my focus goes beyond likeness. I look for what makes a person recognisable to those who love them — a certain expression, a posture, a quiet strength or warmth that speaks of who they are. These details are often subtle, but they are what transform a portrait into something deeply personal. Commissioned portraits are often created to mark important moments: a milestone, a legacy, or a tribute. Over time, they become witnesses to family stories, passed from one generation to the next, carrying memory, identity, and connection. For me, creating a portrait is a shared process built on trust and attentiveness. It is about honouring the individual and creating a work that will continue to speak long after the sitting has ended — a lasting memory, held in paint.
A Look Back at Our Winter Workshops 🌿🎨 We had some very enjoyable workshops in the studio over winter! With small groups, I can give each person the attention they need, demonstrate the techniques closely, and help everyone achieve a successful result. I’m especially proud of those who had never picked up a paintbrush before. Seeing them start with no experience and finish with a painting they are genuinely proud of is one of the most rewarding parts of teaching. We experimented with different techniques, materials and approaches to painting — and, of course, had a lot of fun along the way. Here are some of the results from our winter workshops. I think everyone did a fantastic job!
