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During the week, I was lucky enough to sit next to one of my favourite caricature artists, who I have admired for a long time - Angie Jordan (shown here, on the right, with her amazing caricature of yours truly). I got a huge kick out of watching her create some amazing caricatures throughout the week. A huge thank you has to go to all of the other artists too, Steve Hearn who let me know about the wonders of the ISCA and all of the organisors and helpers of the event who truly made this week so special for all of us. I left the event raring to get back to work, inspired by the knowledge gleaned from the week plus the new friendships made. See more from the week at my Facebook page here. |
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 Biking
for Bestie Luke Spencer-Harrop, Ben 'Quiff' Williams and Philip Givens recently completed the incredible task of scaling the three peaks and then cycling from Snowdon home to Eastington, Gloucestershire. This was the chaps second challenge finished for the memory of their great friend, Andy 'Bestie' Best. Phillipa was there also to provide valuable support to the guys. Andy's mum, Faye, with family and friends, were at the finish line to welcome them all home with a well earned celebration party! Their
3 peaks adventure also helped raise money on behalf of Cotswold Care,
of whom helped Andy to be in his own home when he passed away from cancer.
Without they're wonderfull help he would of had to stay in hospital. Andy
called them his angels. If you can spare any small amount of cash to help
them with this wonderful cause, it would make their day. |
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Please visit Steve and Susan's website by clicking here. |
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The great 'Kevin' with his caricature! |
The day consisted of a steady flow of furry customers, the day made a real change from the usual subjects I get to pose for me! One
of the most well-behaved subjects t draw yesterday was 'Jess', the German
Sheppard (shown on the right). She sat absolutely still for me, for at
least 10 minutes, all by herself with her owner looking on! What a star. |
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 Portraits by Russell Haines. April 16th – July 16th. Gloucester City Museum Brunswick Rd. Tel: 01452 396131 |
 Healing
through artJust returned from a good friend's fantastic gallery - A collection of intimate oil and pastel portraits by artist Russell Haines. I jumped at the chance to support him in a small way, by offering free caricatures to his guests throughout the evening. Russell had a stroke in June 2010 and as part of his rehabilitation was introduced to Art Lift, a local art therapy class by his Doctor. Russell had started to draw at home in private and realising it was the one thing he could still physically do that would also calm him down when he was fru  strated
that his body couldn’t do what he wanted it to do.
Adults
with a range of mental health issues or that were in need of rehabilitation
in some way have benefited from Art Lift in the last few years but unfortunately
funding has just run out. Many of the regular attendees feature in Russell’s
portrait work, most have written supporting statements which are hung
beside each piece of art and they would very much like to raise awareness
of the schemes benefits. |
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 Owners
do look like their pets!Andy and his much-loved daschund 'Ronnie' have always been compared to each other, so Andy's wife, Jasmin, approached me to see what I could do for a birthday gift. I thought I'd try something a little different for her, and here's the result which caused much merriment when presented... |
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 Pastels
come to life!A while ago a lady came up to me and asked if I could create a caricature from a photo of her son for a birthday gift. I created one while she popped off do some shopping. How fantastic to have the subject himself pop along and see me at a recent cider festival! Of course, I recognised his face immediately! Great to meet you in person Alex. |
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With over 50 caricature illustrations on show, I'm proud to say that my first gallery has been a great success. It was fantastic to meet, not only friends and family, but many new faces throughout the week. I spent the week working on commissions from photos on a table in the middle of the room, occassionally breaking away to do on-the-spot caricatures for visitors. It brought a smile to my face listening to the laughter from vistors as they walked around studying my toons. A huge thanks to everyone who worked hard to help launch the event, including the staff at the Stroud Subscription Rooms, and to all the visitors throughout the week.
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Painswick 'still life'! |
On
a perfect, sunny and hot day, the 'Painswick Wearable Art' competition
was THE place to be yesterday. As well as the dozens of fantastic artists
who competed in the competion, there were amazing art and craft stalls,
street performers and music as well as loads to eat and drink. The public
arrived in their thousands and they were greeted by a very welcoming and
friendly village. Personally, it was a day that I will never forget with
a constant flow of fun-loving customers. If you couldn't make it this
year, book a date in your diary for 2012. |
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 Money raised went to the Renal Unit at Bristol Children's Hospital. |
I
can honestly say that last night I attended the most heartwarming event
I've been to. Lisa, Paul and little Tom have been through an incredible
journey together battling health issues with him, and it was an honour
to be a part of their charity evening in celebration of their achievements
to overcome them. |
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| The Third Annual Gloucestershire Sands Charity Summer Ball
Many
thanks to charity event organiser Michelle plus the staff at the hotel
who were incredibly helpful in getting me set-up. |
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School
of Budding Caricaturists I recently visited a Gloucestershire school and demonstrated the art of caricaturing to some great kids. Check out their fun drawings by clicking here. |
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A
huge melting pot of caricature artists from around the world. Glorious,
facial, mischieving, mayhem on an international scale!
Destination
- San Antonio, Texas USA!
Terrific
tour guides tooned in tunnel!
During
the long coach journey, I wasn't idle as I took the opportunity
to
Pooch
'on-the-spot' caricature challenge! 
A
great week at the gallery
Wearing
art in the beautiful cotswolds village of Painswick 10 July 2011
Celebrating
a journey of love and courage with the Smiths on 2 July 2011
A
fantastic, fun evening was had at the