Usually I paint outside and then I take those ideas into the studio to create finished works. These finished paintings can be fairly representational of the scenes I was inspired by, or can take on a far more abstract form.
I've been lucky enough to paint all over the world, capturing memories
and notes through hundreds of sketches over the years. Painting outside
allows me to make a very strong connection to the places I visit and the people
who live there. The stories stored in my sketchbook and later told
through my finished paintings are very important to me - the sights,
sounds, smells, emotions and people I've met are all there on paper
or canvas.
For the last 8 years I've had the joy of teaching others to paint, giving them the tools to put their stories on paper too.
ART RETREAT IN PORTUGAL. SEPTEMBER 2025...
This will be my first visit to Portugal and I can't wait to share it with a small group of arty folks. 4 days wonderful days of sketching in the castle town of Monsaraz and it's tranquil surroundings.
3 - 8 SEPT 2025 - More information and booking details here. Bookings now open.
PATREON AND RENEE'S STUDIO
Learn to paint vibrant watercolours with me. I have a collection over 100 watercolour tutorials, all lovingly created by me. Plus, every month I add three new tutorials to help you continue your artistic journey. Your small monthly subscription of US$10 gives you access to all the tutorials. Join me on Patreon. or, if you have an iPad or newer Mac, join Renee's Studio.
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