Working with acrylic paint in vibrant colour which is applied by
knife, I create floral themed paintings on canvas. Based in Dorset I
work from my garden studio overlooking the Frome valley. I work with
multiple layers of colour which are added and then removed to create
depth of colour and texture.
As a passionate gardener I use my
garden as an inspiration for my paintings, alongside the Dorset
landscape and the gardens I have visited. Clients often commission me to
paint elements of their gardens or favourite plants and flowers.
I'm
an Associate of the Royal Photographic Society and a Professional
Associate at the Society for All Artists. In 2014 I was named the Aspire
Magazine Group 'Acrylic Artist of the Year. My photographic work is
used in books, newsprint and magazines and in advertising around the
world.
As a tutor I teach adult learners at all levels of
experience in workshops and on a one to one basis. I make presentations
to art groups and run workshops on request. I have used art
therapeutically with people experiencing mental health issues and with
people with learning difficulties and physical impairments.
I exhibit my work in galleries and local exhibitions including Bridport and West Dorset Open Studios.
Having painted
since childhood I come from a family 'sprinkled' with artists from whom
I learned many of the core skills, I have attended art workshops and
courses with a varied range of professional artists including The Newlyn
School of Art in Cornwall.
My photography website is www.catswhiskersphotography.co.uk
My Facebook page is www.facebook.com/CaroleIrvingArtistandPhotographer
Twitter I tweet as @allergictonuts
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