Exmouth Art Group and Sidmouth Society of Artists have been working collaboratively over the last few years to provide members with Zoom demonstrations and workshops.
They have been very successful and very well received. The sessions have also supported and enthused group members during lockdown.
This week a local artist, Nick Watton, demonstrated A Spring Garden in oils.
Nick is a freelance artist and illustrator working and living in the South West.
He has been drawing and painting all his life and captures the world around him.
He says that in his paintings and drawings, you will see his love of boats, wildlife, countryside and people (not necessarily in that order)! He enjoys being outside and painting ‘plein air’. He uses different mediums, including, watercolour paints, charcoal and pencils. He is also a huge fan of sketching whenever he is able.
The oil painting was painted on a canvas board, using a variety of flat brushes. His photo reference was taken by himself.
It was a really enjoyable afternoon watching Nick painting with oils. Members learnt so much about his techniques and tips along the way.
Some members chose to paint along. Other participants had a go using the photo and having watched Nick, who made it all look so professional. What a talented artist.
Exmouth Art Group also runs a weekly paint and chat Zoon session, which is very popular. Group members offer to do demonstrations of varying lengths. They can share their area of expertise or enthusiasm.
It has been an invaluable lifeline for many in these unprecedented times and has supported and enthused members to paint together again.
The group’s monthly online competition for all members, with two themes each month, also challenges artists to try a new medium or topic.
Members have also received a weekly blog, and are now sent a monthly newsletter.
You too can join the Exmouth Art Group. Whether you are new to painting, are experienced or would like to attend any of the group’s organised Zoom demonstrations, you are welcome to join them.
Please email the group’s membership secretary at membership.exmouthartgroup@gmail.com
for further information.
For information about Sidmouth Society of Artists, please email sidmouthsocietyofartists@yahoo.com