I really enjoyed this Mondays life class. We had a body builder pose for us this week. Perhaps would have been better to concentrate on Karl's physique as it is very similar to mine 🙂 But I just love doing portraits (this week with a little help from Maurice - What a great painter and... Continue Reading →
Rachael modeled for us a few weeks ago and seeing as i have not posted for a while, (naughty boy) I thought i'd share it with the world. Rachael has amazing dreadlocks which she tied in a bun and layered on top of her head. Its a shame I ran out of time with this... Continue Reading →
This was the second sitting of our life model in Monday nights Life drawing class at Vernon Mill. It's a great class (7.00 -9.00) with tuition available from a great teacher (if required). Classes also available on Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings on the 3rd floor. Come on down!
A Degas inspired painting of ballerinas! Another attempt at producing something more commercial. It's more of an illustration and not very painterly. Hey Ho! Lets see what kind of reaction it gets!
This was my attempt to produce some more commercially biased work. One person commented on the fact that it was like a Jack Vettriano. (not sure about that) If it brings me some of his fortune, I wouldn't say no. Painting created after this little charcoal study. Finally, Many thanks to all those who attended... Continue Reading →
If your at a loose end this weekend, come on down to our annual Autumn exhibition at Vernon Mill, Stockport. There are over 50 artist's opening up their studios. (inc. myself) Friday night is always the best night as we have 2 bands and wine and nibbles. Come on down!
My most recent work is a move away from my normal style.  I decided to try something different and attempt some knife painting. I wanted to create an image that hopefully was more expressive and emotive. I think the painting speaks for itself. It looks like I'm entering my 'dark period' but next week I hope to move... Continue Reading →
Ive not blogged for a few weeks, so thought this might be a good opportunity to showcase my latest nude painting of Beatrice. My last couple of paintings have not been so inspiring for me which is why I haven't displayed them  but this I enjoyed. My next project will be painting with a knife. I... Continue Reading →
I thought I'd try something a little different with my latest portrait painting. It is a mixture of knife work (mainly the background  and dress) and large paint brush work. I was quite determined not to fall into my usual bad habit of blending my brush work and decided to apply more paint and try... Continue Reading →
This was my first attempt at producing a Time-lapse video. Unfortunately I can't show this on my website. (as I have the baby package) But you can view on my Facebook page or Youtube (Alla Prima Paul Lloyd). Hopefully the lighting will be better for my next attempt. I enjoyed this one as its not... Continue Reading →
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