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Happy Spring everyone. The sun is shiny, the paints are out, the sketchbook is poised, the pencils are sharpened. Its an exciting time of the year with new artistic adventures ahead. So what are the highlights I'm looking forward to for 2017... The Daily Sketches 5th Year Anniversary!!! An Exhibition at Subterranean Boulevard Gallery in Ipswich Late September 2017. Taking part in Rock Trust's exhibition in Edinburgh. Several commissions to get stuck into. Its all go, loving this journey.  "A Sailor girl I'd like to be and sail away across the sea"
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Being a creative person holds its challenges. You have critism regularly and are rejected from exhibitions, competitions , commissions not working out and unforturanety its one of those things you have to live with.
Not all your work will be liked by everyone that's a fact, but do I concede to being a traditional painter; painting landscapes, animals and flowers or do I do what I feel and love, the weird and wonderful world of the abstract and more conceptual controversial world of art, testing myself and the viewer.
My art is for me, and if others like what I do its a bonus but not a necessity.
I think I've just answered my own question.
Not all your work will be liked by everyone that's a fact, but do I concede to being a traditional painter; painting landscapes, animals and flowers or do I do what I feel and love, the weird and wonderful world of the abstract and more conceptual controversial world of art, testing myself and the viewer.
My art is for me, and if others like what I do its a bonus but not a necessity.
I think I've just answered my own question.
Been creating a lot of illustrations of late. Here are some of my new ones.
Also been Clacking those knitting neddles to create a new range of animals for my Made With Love by MR Craft range. Old stock almost sold out so been making some new bits for the 2 Craft fairs I have booked in September.
Hi,
I have taken up running (well jog a bit, and walk a bit). ParkRun is a must for anyone who would like to get in to it. Running has inspired some of my Daily Sketches of late.
I have taken up running (well jog a bit, and walk a bit). ParkRun is a must for anyone who would like to get in to it. Running has inspired some of my Daily Sketches of late.
My Brand of Craft called 'Made with Love by MR', is starting to make a name for itself and I am beginning to book up several stalls over the year as well as selling well online. I still have a few spaces in the diary for Craft fairs or fetes so if you are having an event and looking for stalls, contact me.
Recently been to the south coast Hastings way. Went to The Jerwood Gallery and De la Warr Pavilion. Some great exhibitions there at the moment if you are that way check them out. Prunella Clough at Hastings and Williem Sandberg at Bexhill. Inspirational
 Exhibition at Cockfield, Suffolk. 28th, 29th and 30th May 10-4. |  |
So the blog goes on, though I have been a bit slow of late. Been busy being creative and teaching.
The above show in Cockfield is highly recommended for a visit if you are in the Sudbury/Bury St Edmunds area over the Bank Holiday weekend. The exhibition show cases artworks from beginners to professionals, all at reasonable prices. The event is a charity fundraiser and I have 10 original artworks in the show.
As an art teacher I have been focusing on Art GCSE's over the last month or so, but all is now done and I can take a step back ready to prep for next year. May I wish all my students in Year 11 the best for their exams and I wish you all well for the future.
I was fortunate enough to have a trip to West Yorkshire recently with my family and have completed some more daily sketches and paintings from direct observation, which was a real treat. Until next time, take care.
The above show in Cockfield is highly recommended for a visit if you are in the Sudbury/Bury St Edmunds area over the Bank Holiday weekend. The exhibition show cases artworks from beginners to professionals, all at reasonable prices. The event is a charity fundraiser and I have 10 original artworks in the show.
As an art teacher I have been focusing on Art GCSE's over the last month or so, but all is now done and I can take a step back ready to prep for next year. May I wish all my students in Year 11 the best for their exams and I wish you all well for the future.
I was fortunate enough to have a trip to West Yorkshire recently with my family and have completed some more daily sketches and paintings from direct observation, which was a real treat. Until next time, take care.
So The Ranson's have been on their travels again. This time to Skegness. Had a great time. Sketched at a great place called Gibraltar Point, an RSPB reserve away from the madness of seaside Skegness capers. The sand is so beautiful and Seals are often seen.
Back home now preparing for ASAT (Association of Suffolk Art Teachers) Exhibition in Snape Maltings, Nr Aldeburgh, Suffolk... starting Saturday at The Pond Gallery.
The theme is FLOW and I am exhibiting my abstract paintings based on water, erosion, and my seaside ramblings. If you get the chance to pop by please do, its a great varied show with lots of bits and pieces for sale.
Open until Wednesday 13th April 2016.
Can I take this opportunity to thank Alison Calvesbert-Rearden for her help over a really hectic time to make it possible for me to be part of this exhibition.
Back home now preparing for ASAT (Association of Suffolk Art Teachers) Exhibition in Snape Maltings, Nr Aldeburgh, Suffolk... starting Saturday at The Pond Gallery.
The theme is FLOW and I am exhibiting my abstract paintings based on water, erosion, and my seaside ramblings. If you get the chance to pop by please do, its a great varied show with lots of bits and pieces for sale.
Open until Wednesday 13th April 2016.
Can I take this opportunity to thank Alison Calvesbert-Rearden for her help over a really hectic time to make it possible for me to be part of this exhibition.
