Member Profiles
©John Britton - collage
JOHN BRITTON
I work in wide range of media and at different scales, often incorporating various forms of texture to enhance the visual experience. I am known for my distinctive use of colour with a recognisable style, despite the range of subjects I depict. I am striving to make my work more abstract, but aim to ensure that it is meaningful and that the viewer can relate the picture to its title.
I have been inspired by apparently disparate artists such as JMW Turner, Ben Nicholson, Howard Hodgkin and Nicholas de Stael. Artistic teaching under the umbrella of the former Bournemouth Arts Institute plus the guidance of the Dorset artists Dr Brian Graham, Peter Joyce and Robert Woolner have all helped me greatly to develop my own artistic ability and style. Visit www.johnbrittonartist.co.uk
I work in wide range of media and at different scales, often incorporating various forms of texture to enhance the visual experience. I am known for my distinctive use of colour with a recognisable style, despite the range of subjects I depict. I am striving to make my work more abstract, but aim to ensure that it is meaningful and that the viewer can relate the picture to its title.
I have been inspired by apparently disparate artists such as JMW Turner, Ben Nicholson, Howard Hodgkin and Nicholas de Stael. Artistic teaching under the umbrella of the former Bournemouth Arts Institute plus the guidance of the Dorset artists Dr Brian Graham, Peter Joyce and Robert Woolner have all helped me greatly to develop my own artistic ability and style. Visit www.johnbrittonartist.co.uk
©Peter Greenwood - collage
PETER GREENWOOD
Since childhood I've enjoyed drawing and painting.
I moved to Dorset several years ago and my change in career has given me the time to focus on my art work.
I initially began painting using watercolour but now work mainly in mixed-media, using acrylic paints, inks and collage.
I usually base my paintings on photographs taken through the years and am inspired by the effects of light on townscapes, markets and boats. Where possible I include impressions of the human form both to enhance the perspective and to bring life to the painting.
www.peter-greenwood-art.co.uk
Since childhood I've enjoyed drawing and painting.
I moved to Dorset several years ago and my change in career has given me the time to focus on my art work.
I initially began painting using watercolour but now work mainly in mixed-media, using acrylic paints, inks and collage.
I usually base my paintings on photographs taken through the years and am inspired by the effects of light on townscapes, markets and boats. Where possible I include impressions of the human form both to enhance the perspective and to bring life to the painting.
www.peter-greenwood-art.co.uk
©Dick Hewitson - oil
DICK HEWITSON
My paintings often arise from interpretation of landscape. Some of them are recognisably 'landscapes', others are rather less figurative, some are abstract. Living in Dorset for over 40 years, many of my figurative works are interpretations of Dorset landscapes.
Currently I am mainly painting in oils on canvas, board or wood. I often use drawings to work out the composition. I am increasingly researching new paintings by drawing in the field, with the initial sketch making a major contribution to the final painting.
My website has more information, including exhibitions.
www.dickhewitson.co.uk
My paintings often arise from interpretation of landscape. Some of them are recognisably 'landscapes', others are rather less figurative, some are abstract. Living in Dorset for over 40 years, many of my figurative works are interpretations of Dorset landscapes.
Currently I am mainly painting in oils on canvas, board or wood. I often use drawings to work out the composition. I am increasingly researching new paintings by drawing in the field, with the initial sketch making a major contribution to the final painting.
My website has more information, including exhibitions.
www.dickhewitson.co.uk
©Sally Holland - oil
SALLY HOLLAND
Through college, career and recreation - it's only ever been Art for me - in one form or another.
I joined PEDAS in around 2010, and am a trustee and member of the PEDAS Committee.
Visit: www.sallyholland.co.uk
Through college, career and recreation - it's only ever been Art for me - in one form or another.
I joined PEDAS in around 2010, and am a trustee and member of the PEDAS Committee.
Visit: www.sallyholland.co.uk
©Pam Marshall - watercolour
PAM MARSHALL
Following a successful career in fashion and dressmaking, Pam now focuses her attention on watercolour and oil painting; she particularly enjoys the challenges of painting en plein air.
Pam is a trustee and member of the PEDAS Committee.
Following a successful career in fashion and dressmaking, Pam now focuses her attention on watercolour and oil painting; she particularly enjoys the challenges of painting en plein air.
Pam is a trustee and member of the PEDAS Committee.
©Pam Philip - oil
PAM PHILIP
I have enjoyed drawing and painting all my life, but it was only after I retired that I was able to really indulge my passion for art.
Primarily a plein-air artist, my main inspiration is drawn from the countryside around my home in Dorset. The Jurassic Coast is a popular destination for me, as well as the woodlands and farmlands near my home. I also travel abroad to paint, and have enjoyed holidays for the past ten years in India. As my childhood was spent in India, I am very comfortable setting up my easel and painting in the most glorious surroundings. Last year I spent three months in Australia and was inspired by the strong light and the vibrant colours of the landscape.
I paint in most media including oils, pastels, watercolour, pen & wash. I am happy to do commissions. See website: www.pamphilip.co.uk
I have enjoyed drawing and painting all my life, but it was only after I retired that I was able to really indulge my passion for art.
Primarily a plein-air artist, my main inspiration is drawn from the countryside around my home in Dorset. The Jurassic Coast is a popular destination for me, as well as the woodlands and farmlands near my home. I also travel abroad to paint, and have enjoyed holidays for the past ten years in India. As my childhood was spent in India, I am very comfortable setting up my easel and painting in the most glorious surroundings. Last year I spent three months in Australia and was inspired by the strong light and the vibrant colours of the landscape.
I paint in most media including oils, pastels, watercolour, pen & wash. I am happy to do commissions. See website: www.pamphilip.co.uk
NORMA RAWLINGS
"This is me, Norma Rawlings, with Halo a project I shared with close friends.
I am an enabler/ organiser/ artist/ tutor, grandma, knitter, sewer, singer, catsitter and website and publicity officer for GUS. Been a member of PEDAS since 1985 (& committee member for over 20 years)"
"This is me, Norma Rawlings, with Halo a project I shared with close friends.
I am an enabler/ organiser/ artist/ tutor, grandma, knitter, sewer, singer, catsitter and website and publicity officer for GUS. Been a member of PEDAS since 1985 (& committee member for over 20 years)"
©Caroline Robertson
CAROLINE ROBERTSON
I am fortunate to have retired, and have the time to return to my favourite hobby art, whilst we still had the benefit of the Adult Education Scheme. I studied for a NCFE Certificate in Creative Craft and City & Guilds Level 2 in Design and Craft : Mixed Media.
Recently my art work has progressed into a more contemporary style. I enjoy painting in this manner so that the person viewing the painting can comprehend what I am reflecting in my picture but it poses questions.
I am fortunate to have retired, and have the time to return to my favourite hobby art, whilst we still had the benefit of the Adult Education Scheme. I studied for a NCFE Certificate in Creative Craft and City & Guilds Level 2 in Design and Craft : Mixed Media.
Recently my art work has progressed into a more contemporary style. I enjoy painting in this manner so that the person viewing the painting can comprehend what I am reflecting in my picture but it poses questions.
©Val Taylor - oil
VAL TAYLOR
I paint mostly in oils but also love drawing directly in ink with watercolour washes. I moved to Dorset in 2001 since when my subjects have been primarily sea- and landscapes mainly derived from the local area.
I have exhibited in group exhibitions with Dorset Art Weeks since 2002. I held a solo exhibition at Mill Lane Gallery, Wimborne in 2006 and was one of Three Women Artists in the exhibition of that name at the Gallery Upstairs in Upton Country Park in 2012.
I became a member of PEDAS in 2009, since when I have taken part in all their exhibitions as well as the open exhibitions organised by the society.
I paint mostly in oils but also love drawing directly in ink with watercolour washes. I moved to Dorset in 2001 since when my subjects have been primarily sea- and landscapes mainly derived from the local area.
I have exhibited in group exhibitions with Dorset Art Weeks since 2002. I held a solo exhibition at Mill Lane Gallery, Wimborne in 2006 and was one of Three Women Artists in the exhibition of that name at the Gallery Upstairs in Upton Country Park in 2012.
I became a member of PEDAS in 2009, since when I have taken part in all their exhibitions as well as the open exhibitions organised by the society.
©Penny Wilton - collage
PENNY WILTON
Born in Swindon, in 1952 I have always loved drawing and painting. When I moved to Dorset in the 60s, I loved to take my sketchbook out around the Purbecks and by the sea. I took various courses to develop my skills and became qualified in many subjects - illustration and fine art then onto Southampton for a Fine Arts degree course.
I love painting many subjects, in various mediums. My experience has developed over the years and I have been a tutor in Art for over 25 years. I also demonstrate for Art groups in the South of England and am a regular tutor on Cunard cruises.
Sunseeker and FJB hotels have many of my paintings; large canvases or smaller paintings are no problem. I often meet interior designers to discuss their paintings and will produce a small image to see ideas of colour and composition.
Always influenced by my surroundings, I work from sketches to develop ideas from seascapes or figurative work for my large colourful paintings or also producing some very interesting pieces with texture or an Abstract.
My paintings are collected worldwide; I regularly exhibit in Dorset and have had work in the RI and at Bath as well as many exhibitions locally with PEDAS and Bournemouth Arts Club. www.pennywilton.co.uk
Born in Swindon, in 1952 I have always loved drawing and painting. When I moved to Dorset in the 60s, I loved to take my sketchbook out around the Purbecks and by the sea. I took various courses to develop my skills and became qualified in many subjects - illustration and fine art then onto Southampton for a Fine Arts degree course.
I love painting many subjects, in various mediums. My experience has developed over the years and I have been a tutor in Art for over 25 years. I also demonstrate for Art groups in the South of England and am a regular tutor on Cunard cruises.
Sunseeker and FJB hotels have many of my paintings; large canvases or smaller paintings are no problem. I often meet interior designers to discuss their paintings and will produce a small image to see ideas of colour and composition.
Always influenced by my surroundings, I work from sketches to develop ideas from seascapes or figurative work for my large colourful paintings or also producing some very interesting pieces with texture or an Abstract.
My paintings are collected worldwide; I regularly exhibit in Dorset and have had work in the RI and at Bath as well as many exhibitions locally with PEDAS and Bournemouth Arts Club. www.pennywilton.co.uk
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