“I have lived in Swanage my whole life and have, in some form or another, been drawing and painting the joy of my surroundings from a very young age. I completed a Foundation Course at Shelly Park, Bournemouth, in the late 90’s but am mostly self taught, with a particular love of the sea and … Read more
Natalie is a full time Philosophy teacher in a boarding school and runs an art club for her students. She has an A Level in Fine Art and has been attending local courses to advance her skills when she can and learn more from the wealth of Dorset talent. She enjoys painting and drawing in … Read more
“Ben was born in Swanage in 1979 where he still resides with his wife and two young daughters. His work is drawn from a longstanding and deep appreciation of the Purbeck coastline which he explores on foot or on his old yellow bike. Ben’s paintings convey the peaceful serenity of the area which he … Read more
“My name is Lyn Hunt, and i live in Wareham. I am a textile artist, making pictures of Dorset landmarks and scenery, from small pieces of fabric, lace, etc. There are hidden details to look for within the pictures which you might not see at first! I worked as a nurse in the NHS for … Read more
My origins in the art field began at school with Art A Level. Onto Art college to study typography before joining the Publishing scene as a book designer. Studio management and print buying for design groups when DTP emerged. Transferring to John Lewis for twenty happy years. Took up watercolours upon moving to Dorset in … Read more
“I have lived and worked in Purbeck for over 20 years putting nature at the heart of my life, working in the conservation sector in one of the most biodiverse landscapes in the UK. A rich geology has helped create a myriad of habitats in our tiny corner of this island and shaped the incredible … Read more
Passionate about exploring pastel effects to depict local landscapes. The vibrant colours and subtle textures lend lend themselves so well to Purbeck scenes.
My ceramic pieces are built intuitively using stoneware clay, they are then glazed and kiln fired in my garden studio in Swanage. Humour plays an important role in my art, often acting as an invitation to the viewer to approach the piece, pause, smile and look closer. I am guided by a constantly shifting source … Read more
I’m an autistic artist and designer and art is how I communicate. I draw animals using strong colours and bold images. Through my work, I design my world to be positive, colourful, honest, and uncompromising.
As a graphic designer I had lost the time to draw and paint due to always having some pressing client work but recently have enjoyed participating in drawing challenges and have painted varying artworks incorporating designs for adults and children alike. My personal challenge is to practice my natural skills and develop some great pieces … Read more
My art involves experimentation with colour and form in acrylic, mainly as abstract pictures. I study the famous abstract artists and enjoy trying their techniques.
I am an amateur photographer living in Purbeck for whom photography (mostly landscape) has been a lifelong obsession.