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How to Paint an Atmospheric Snow Scene with Alan Bickley
Alan Bickley shows how to paint an atmospheric snow scene in oils.

How to paint a still life in oils with Alan Bickley
Alan Bickley demonstrates a still life in layers.

How to paint a blustery summer sky in oils with Alan Bickley
Alan shows how to paint scudding clouds in a summer sky.

Paint the Japanese bridge at Patchings Art Centre with Alan Bickley
Enjoy part of the stunning Patchings Art Centre grounds virtually as Alan Bickley shares a step-by-step demonstration.

Paint an aerial view of the Patchings Festival with Alan Bickley
Alan Bickey demonstrates an aerial view of the annual Patchings Festival showground in oils.

The Lane to Colton Heath with Alan Bickley
Paint a snowy landscape, step-by-step, with Alan Bickley

A Vision of Segovia – Spain - an oil painting demonstration by Alan Bickley
Paint a Spanish scene in oils with Alan Bickley.

The importance of tonal values by Alan Bickley
Discover the importance of tonal values and paint a Staithes Harbour scene in oil.

How to paint in the style of Turner
Using the sketchbooks of Turner as inspiration, Alan Bickley shows how to paint in the style of the master.

How to paint a Paris cityscape
Ahead of the 2024 Olympic Games, Alan Bickley demonstrates a Paris cityscape in mixed media using watercolour, gouache and pencil.

A short guide to making your own historical inks
A collaborative effort by Alan Bickley and Fiona Phipps on how to make your own inks using foraged materials.