Stuart Fiddes

Life drawing © Stuart Fiddes

As an art student of the late sixties, I realised that graphic design was where I wanted to go. Now after over 30 years of working in the “creative industries” and having owned successful design companies I have returned to my roots and am exploring all the nooks and crannies of my once-dormant soul. Thus [...]

Bert Bruins

Bert Bruins

Loving art and painting in my teens I nevertheless decided to give art college in the Netherlands a miss to study Political Sciences instead, and I have had a varied career since then that includes teaching in alternative education, busking, working in organic horticulture, mental health and supported housing (moving country in the process). I [...]

Ian Hudson

Ian Hudson / 'Irene',sunset, Hartland Point on Port Bow / watercolour

In 1980 Ian moved from suburban London to a shepherds’ cottage in a remote part of Exmoor and his professional career as an artist began. He attended the art group at Brendon, tutored by Mrs. Suzanne Bailey ( who studied at Norwich School of Art) and very soon was painting landscapes which sold at the [...]

Albert Duplock

Albert Duplock / sea creatures and sleeping figures (detail)

I love telling stories in my work and try to create pieces that are full of detail and rhythm. I am fascinated by the way people stand and gather together to celebrate whether on the beach, at a festival or sports event creating patterns and energy. I work in a variety of mediums depending on [...]

Rachel Sumner

Rachel Sumner / Whale Island / 70cm x 70cm

I originate from rural Northamptonshire. I successfully completed a foundation course at Northampton College of Art followed by a degree in Fine Art Painting at Maidstone College of Art, graduating in the 1980s. Over the years, I have developed a strong interest in textiles and it was this that lead on to my becoming a [...]

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