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Some fun with  mixed media, inks, watercolour ink. Used in a very unusual way.

The Dance of Earth and Venus results in one of the most beautiful and breathtaking rhythms and patterns of the solar system. Every eight Earth years (13 Venus years) they dance a pentagonal form in space akin to the pip-star inside your apple or the petals of a primrose flower! During this course we will learn how to draw this incredible pattern using the traditional tools of compass and straight-edge; we will explore the key aspects of Earth and Venus' cycles that determine such extraordinary heavenly harmony. And time allowing ... with copper leaf and watercolour paint made from malachite and azurite - which in the Hermetic/Alchemical tradition have forever been associated with the planet Venus - we will create stunning mandalas embodying the Earth/Venus dance ... (More info at sacredartofgeometry.com)

Big washes and a few brush marks, creates this peaceful French scene.

Simplicity is the key. loose impressionistic hounds light and dark shapes.

Taxis in Madeira, Painting this subject could be a little complicated, I have broken it down into easy stages. Such a beautiful unusual composition.

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So as you can imagine my trip to this beautiful fishing village wasn't basked in sunshine. It was raining. I still want to capture the atmosphere, it will just be a bit more of a challenge. I will tell you my thought process as I work my way through this muddily complicated busy scene.

The light is awsome in Morocco, Using the lights and the darks to really make your painting come alive.

Loose lively flowers and some textures. Easy to follow.

I'm often looking for the slightly unusual in my compositions and this works well, The donkeys are having a rest in Weymouth and the sign shows humour.