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We invite our Studio Members to take part in our Portraits of Influence Members Challenge, a celebration of the women who matter most to you. Paint or draw your mother, daughter, sister,  grandmother, or a woman whose presence has left a lasting mark on your life. Mother’s Day is fast approaching. While its modern expression may be shaped by commerce, at its heart it remains a moment to honour the women who shape us, mothers, grandmothers, and those whose influence quietly defines who we become.    Artists have long returned to this subject. From the composed restraint of Arrangement in Grey and Black No.1 by James McNeill Whistler to the intimate tenderness of The Child’s Bath (1893) by Mary Cassatt, depictions of motherhood span strength, devotion, complexity and care. Submit your work for the chance to win: • £250 Art Supplies Gift Card • A full page editorial feature in Leisure Painter & The Artist Magazine • Featured and credited on our social media platforms, website and digital channels    We look forward to seeing the stories, memories, and artistic interpretations you choose to share! Challenge Terms & Conditions:   You must have an active Studio or Studio Plus membership to enter Entries open 21st Feb 2026 Entries Close 10th Mar 2026 You must submit a high-resolution image of your entry, maximum 5MB Submissions can be in any medium, but no AI or Digital artwork is permitted A maximum of 3 entries is permitted per Studio or Studio+ Member If you have any questions, please feel free to email [email protected] Not a Studio member yet, but want to take part? Sign up and submit your work before the 10th March 2026 You can submit your work via the link emailed to you or by clicking here: mail.painters-online.co.uk/p/73DP-MB6/portraits-of-influence-competition

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As we head into Mother’s Day this weekend, we’re delighted to congratulate our member Marjorie Firth, the winner of our Portraits of Influence competition. We absolutely loved your painting, Marjorie. Please join us in congratulating Marjorie! You can view a small selection of the wonderful entries celebrating the women who have inspired and influenced our artists on our Facebook & Instagram page. A huge thank you to all of our members who took part. With such a talented and diverse selection of paintings, choosing a winner was no easy task.

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Huge congratulations Marjorie!! Your portraits, especially of family members, are very special as an outsider to view. They demonstrate the love and commitment you all share……and, you’re a pretty good looking bunch! How could you fail…..plus, you have bags of talent 😉 Well done 👏 
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Paul (Dixie) Dean

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Well done Marjorie, you winning is  well deserved as your portraiture skill are amazing . I agree with everything Fiona says about your commitment and live for your family , it great fir then to bed able to shared your success . 

Alan Bickley

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I’ve been saying it for a long time now, your portraits are exceptional Marjorie! This is well deserved indeed…
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Heather Love

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Well done Marjorie and much deserved!  I missed the competition entirely but wouldn't have stood a chance against your brilliant portraiture.

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Congratulations Marjorie and very done. It is a fantastic portrait. I did see the competition but didn't enter. Well done to all those who did. 

Jenny Harris

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Congratulations, Marjorie, a beautiful portrait.
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George Cutter

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Lovely portrait Marjorie. Congratulations!
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Russell Edwards

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Fabulous portrait and well deserved recognition for your talent
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Congratulations Marjorie, an excellent portrait. 
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Marjorie Firth

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Thank you so much everyone and, of course, POL. I got such a lovely surprise! I was looking at my emails this afternoon and couldn’t believe it! Now I have to break the news to my daughter……
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