Going Small

by | Feb 23, 2019 | Uncategorized

I decided that I’d like to try my hand at a series of small works. The motivation was partly lack of space but I’m actually enjoying the challenge of simplifying the detail of each image whilst still retaining my first emotional response.

Workshop 2019

by | Feb 22, 2019 | Uncategorized

Places are allocated on a first come, first served basis so please book early.  To check availability please contact me by email: janerhodes@gmail.com SubjectDatePastels, using tonal underpaintingWednesday 16th JanuaryPaint a canvas – without brushes Saturday...

Scotland revisited:

by | Oct 18, 2018 | Uncategorized

In August I again toured Scotland with my husband on his motorcycle. Two weeks travelling through some of the most stunning landscape in the UK and some of the wildest too. As always I come away wanting more so I find solace in painting scenes that have inspired me....

My Collection of Pastels

by | May 26, 2016 | Uncategorized

Since 1994 when I first discovered this medium, I have been adding to my collection of pastels.  From a basic starter set, I have constantly been searching for those elusive ‘English’ landscape colours.  Every time I visit an art shop I head straight to...

Winslow and District Art Society workshop

by | Feb 6, 2016 | Uncategorized

There were 13 participants at the pastel workshop for WDAS yesterday, some of them very new to the medium. The chosen subject was “Winter Scenes” and after my demonstration using an underpainting before applying the pastel, most members chose to try this...

Latest Workshop List

by | Feb 6, 2016 | Uncategorized

2016 Click on the link above for my 2016 workshop listing and booking form.  I hope you will find something of interest to encourage and develop your particular artistic skills.  

New Studio

by | Feb 6, 2016 | Uncategorized

I have recently moved into a new studio at the City Discovery Centre at Bradwell Abbey, Milton Keynes.  This is a lovely environment to work and hopefully I will be able to take advantage of the inspiring environment of this old medieval site.  With no major...