Thank you Linda for the interesting post showing paintings from Dudmaston Hall, I really must go and visit. I love to read about both your work in progress, which gives me comfort to know that it’s ok to rework things, or put them aside for a while …and to keep on trying.
Hi Sue - if you don't get the chance to visit Dudmaston they have a great resource on their website. You can see their collection of objects - over 4000 of them including the paintings I posted in our newsletter.
Lovely newsletter and I enjoyed the progress on Amelie's portrait. I can commiserate with you about the heat (and no air conditioning) but a book in the shade sounds like a wonderful option. Some summer days are just for sitting and relaxing!
Have a great time at Festival and I wish I could come!!
I always enjoy reading your newsletters, it's inspiring to see how your various projects transform along the way to completion. I've learned so much from you over the years. Thank you.
I love the work of Sonia Delaney. I went to school in the East End of London that used to have a tile war she designed when it was built after WWII but I cannot see it on the school website now. It was colourful!
Thank you for your consistent newsletters. AND for reading them for me so I can hear your lovely voice. Portraits of people you know are the hardest I think. If you were painting a random photo I think you would be pleased with where you are at.
I’m currently reading ‘The Golden Thread: how fabric changed history’ by Kassia St Clair. It’s truly fascinating and the chapter on ‘Lace & Luxury’ links superbly with the paintings at Dudmaston Hall. The lace was real ostentatious wealth (described by a curator at the Bowes Museum as their version of a modern day Ferrari!) Do check it out!
Thank you Linda for the interesting post showing paintings from Dudmaston Hall, I really must go and visit. I love to read about both your work in progress, which gives me comfort to know that it’s ok to rework things, or put them aside for a while …and to keep on trying.
Hi Sue - if you don't get the chance to visit Dudmaston they have a great resource on their website. You can see their collection of objects - over 4000 of them including the paintings I posted in our newsletter.
Lovely newsletter and I enjoyed the progress on Amelie's portrait. I can commiserate with you about the heat (and no air conditioning) but a book in the shade sounds like a wonderful option. Some summer days are just for sitting and relaxing!
Have a great time at Festival and I wish I could come!!
We always enjoy time at festival Beth x
I always enjoy reading your newsletters, it's inspiring to see how your various projects transform along the way to completion. I've learned so much from you over the years. Thank you.
That's kind of you to say Yvonne - many thanks!
I love the work of Sonia Delaney. I went to school in the East End of London that used to have a tile war she designed when it was built after WWII but I cannot see it on the school website now. It was colourful!
Thank you for your consistent newsletters. AND for reading them for me so I can hear your lovely voice. Portraits of people you know are the hardest I think. If you were painting a random photo I think you would be pleased with where you are at.
Thanks for that great support Lisa. You're right about the portrait, and it's even worse that she's looking over my shoulder as I paint!!
PS Loved your Sketchbook challenge in lockdown. I must revisit!
I’m currently reading ‘The Golden Thread: how fabric changed history’ by Kassia St Clair. It’s truly fascinating and the chapter on ‘Lace & Luxury’ links superbly with the paintings at Dudmaston Hall. The lace was real ostentatious wealth (described by a curator at the Bowes Museum as their version of a modern day Ferrari!) Do check it out!
Definitely will - thanks Pat.