Chartley towards Weston Village.

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I always enjoy seeing artists preparatory studies, they are quite instructive. Look forward to reading your next e-newsletter. Good of you to share your knowledge with us.

Posted by Stephen Slater on Fri 11 Jan 10:54:44

Lovely depth with this with the church spire in the distance Alan, looking forward to your demo.

Posted by Val Kenyon on Fri 11 Jan 11:03:25

Dreamy washes in the background and energetic brush strokes with thicker paint applied in the foreground, works well together. I like the two silhouettes.

Posted by Annick Whitcombe on Fri 11 Jan 11:21:39

Even your prep studies are instantly recognisable Alan

Posted by Russell Edwards on Fri 11 Jan 11:24:54

Instantly recognisable Alan. Good work as ever. I love bold and confident

Posted by Jim Morris on Fri 11 Jan 12:03:24

Yes Alan lovely lively study

Posted by Dennis Rounding on Fri 11 Jan 12:29:29

Even the “preliminary sketch” is lovely, Alan. Instantly recognisable.

Posted by Ellen Mooney on Fri 11 Jan 12:49:35

Lovely flowing lines Alan, it all looks very relaxed and instinctive but we know there's more to it than that.

Posted by Marjorie Firth on Fri 11 Jan 12:55:15

I agree with the other comments, Alan. Looking forward to the definitive painting and newsletter.

Posted by Mia Ketels on Fri 11 Jan 13:02:36

Great sketch, Alan, and great contrasting lines from the flowing foreground to the parallels of the background. I'm already looking forward to your completed demo/oil. Bri

Posted by Brian J Mackay on Fri 11 Jan 13:18:25

Such a good sketch Alan. That grey paper works well with your colour choice.

Posted by Louise Naimian on Fri 11 Jan 13:57:00

Agree with all the other comments Alan. You have a style that’s easy on the eye, instantly recognisable and very confident. Look forward to your article.

Posted by Tessa Gwynne on Fri 11 Jan 14:02:54

Instantly recognisable as one of yours Alan. Gorgeous colours and strong composition as ever.

Posted by Margaret Nisbet on Fri 11 Jan 14:03:51

Confident and lively sketch Alan, your sketches always look fresh. Look forward to the demo and the painting!

Posted by Fiona Phipps on Fri 11 Jan 15:32:59

As others have said you work is so instantly recognisable and this is so good. I look forward to the newsletter.

Posted by Margaret Beynon on Fri 11 Jan 16:24:39

Lovely sketch Alan.

Posted by David Johns on Fri 11 Jan 19:38:58

Love the bright highlights and sombre dark colours, great combination.

Posted by Sandra Kennedy on Fri 11 Jan 21:48:22

Look forward to the article Alan. Like this .

Posted by Sylvia Evans on Sat 12 Jan 22:03:22

Stunning as usual, Alan - great variety of marks and lines, with truckloads of vitality and movement.

Posted by Seok Yam Chew on Sun 13 Jan 13:07:07

Hang on Studio Wall

11/01/2019

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This is the preliminary sketch for my feature coming up in the February e-newsletter. It's called 'How to pick out colour in a snow scene'. The main demo is in oils, but I often like to make a few rough sketches like this one before diving into the main painting. This little ink sketch is on A4 Strathmore Toned Gray 300gsm paper.

About the Artist

Alan Bickley

Having studied fine art and graphics at both Stafford and Derby college, my career working as a graphic artist and latterly as editorial artist with Northcliffe Media Ltd, has kept me constantly in touch with all aspects of art and design. Painting mainly in oils, acrylics and watercolour, my…

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