Artists Palette Magazine - No 141

In this issue

FEATURES
* Pencils and Pastels The latest in pencils and pastels, plus a history of the humble pencil.
* The Rhine in Time This really is an amazing slice of history – we see landscape paintings of the Rhine shoreland from the 1800s

INSIGHTS
* Jeannie Vodden Thankfully an observant great aunt noticed the talent of this young, fledgling artist, and encouraged her to focus on her drawing.
* Kim Staples This talented artist, art tutor and art therapist leads an interesting and fulfilling life, with her passion for art firmly entrenched in all she does
* Courtney Kenny Since graduating in 2013, this artist has already amassed some fabulous awards for her ever expanding portfolio.
* Amanda Brett Teaching in Tuscany in July 2016, this impressive artist will be sharing her passion for light and colour.

DEMONSTRATIONS
* Watercolour – Daddy’s Little Girl Jeannie Vodden uses her son and his daughter as inspiration, this artist creates a gorgeous, evocative piece.
* Acrylics – Bluey the Fish The stunning colours used by Kim Staples make this painting a marvellous visual delight.
* Charcoal and Pastels – Grabbing Headline Fluid lines and shading give elegance and beauty to this mysterious woman. By Courtney Kenny
* Watercolours – The Singer Sensation After designing her still-life painting with a series of thumbnail sketches, Amanda Brett chose this one because she loved the appeal of the striped coffee cup.