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UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS
NNAC 204th Exhibition, The Forum, Norwich - 12th to 19th May 2023
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Royal Norfolk Show, Exhibition Hall, Norfolk Showground - 28th & 29th June 2023
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Swallowtail Fine Arts, St Catherine's, Ludham - 26th to 28th August 2023
About Elaine is a Norwich based artist, working in a wide range of mediums. She studied graphic design and typography at Great Yarmouth College of Art in the early 80s, but disconnected from the creative arts world for nearly 20 years to raise a family. An adult education class in watercolours in 2003 reignited her passion for painting and she hasn't looked back since, constantly challenging herself to try new mediums and techniques; developing her skills in oils, pencils, pastels, acrylics and lino printing. To continue the advancement of her skills and technical knowledge, she studied as an adult learner and achieved a merit in a L2 Diploma in Art and Design at the University of the Arts London (UAL) in 2022.
Elaine's realistic style in oils has brought her success and the more recent inclusion of graphic abstract work has allowed her more creative freedom and the ability to express her love of shape and tone. She takes commissions, including abstracts and pet portraits, and is happy to work with clients to create bespoke works that incorporate both the clients' requirements and the artist's unique vision.
Pet portraits are a speciality, please see myEtsy shopfor details of pricing.
I will have some of my artwork alongside works by fellow artists Amanda Springall-Rogers, Margaret Springall, Sue Scheller and Paula Kerrison at this art exhibition this weekend. Cards and prints from the artists also for sale.
I've had a lovely day playing with some new pan pastels at my dear friend Lorraine's house. No planning, just a few ideas to get the hang of blending and tonal graduation.
#panpastels #velvetysmooth #kingfisher #bubble
I'll be finishing up on this one today 💙 "Blue Deluge", acrylic on canvas 24" x 18" #inprogress #wip #ontheeasel #day5 #acrylicpainting #norwichartist #commissionstaken
Felt inspired to do some linoprints this afternoon, after a very educational one to one session with Laura at the @norwichprintmakinghub earlier (a pressie from @amylouisevincent , @itselsmate , @twisted5oul and @imrossmcintyre - thanks guys )
Private view at the Handa Gallery in Wells last night. The quality of the work on display was amazing. Here's a quick whizz round... #proudartist #openuntilOctober #artforsale
For sale, celebrating #pride in #norwich this weekend: "Landscape of Love", 16x12", oils on canvas board, deep framed in white. £140
#norwichpride #loveislove #prideart #oilpainting #originalart #artforsale #messageme
I'm so excited about exhibiting these four paintings at the Handa Gallery in @wells_maltings in September. These artworks will all be for sale, hanging alongside loads of other prestigious artists including Sir Alfred Munnings. Dates and times to follow.
#artexhibition #northnorfolk #localartists #handagallery #supportlocal
A pair of green winged macaws. This one was tough to finish and I did lose track of the feathers a bit, although I think I got away with it! Oil on canvas, 20" x 24"
#oilpainting
#norfolkartist
#parrotart #macawsofinstagram #spotlit #birdsofafeather #timplatt #thankstim
Revisited an unfinished painting today, from about 5 years ago. Don't know why I haven't done it before, a day well spent! 🙈
#finallyfinished #oilpainting #canvasboard #garlic #limitedpalette
Next in my monochrome collection is this cute little tree frog. Oil on canvas board, 14" x 18" #oilpainting #wildlifeart #treefrog #monochrome #blackandwhite
Back to oils today, for the first time in ages. This one is for an upcoming exhibition 🦓 #oilpainting #ontheeaseltoday #workinprogress #wip #monochrome #blackandwhite #wildlife #zebra
This portrait is on it's way to @ben_88_wells14 in Scotland, who was the winner of my giveaway last month. If you'd like your pet drawn, or one as a gift for a friend, message me or head over to my Etsy shop.
#petportrait #dogsofinstagram #handdrawn #artezapencils #norwichartist
Another pet commission on it's way to a happy customer.
Little Lucy here had sadly passed on and this photo was the only one the owner had of her, but I hope I've done her justice 😀
#petportrait
#pencils
#colouredpencils
#yorkshireterriercross
#yorkiecross
#rainbowbridge
Last few days of my giveaway! Like and comment on my giveaway post to be in with a chance of a free pet portrait 🐱🐶
#petportrait #cats #dogs #norwichartist #freeart
I'm so happy that @melizadunlop liked her birthday pressie, and great to see Cookie in real life 🐈🐾 Amazed that his eyes really are THAT blue! 💙
#catsofinstagram #artwork #colouredpencils #ragdoll
Another great life drawing evening at @lifedrawingworkshopcafe... Thank you to Georgie and all the models ✏️ So sorry that @amylouisevincent got covid and couldn't come! 💕
I'm delighted that my biggest ever commissioned piece looks so good in its new home 😍
120cm X 80cm, acrylic on canvas. Message me if you have a wall space you'd like filled... 😊
I've really enjoyed my first two terms at @artacademyeast , I've been doing things I've never tried before, learning new techniques and mediums, and getting to grips with some of the 'rules' around art and design. I'm looking forward to this new term giving me the opportunity to put my learning into practice on some bigger projects 😊 Thank you to Sandy, Claire and the team 👍🏼
#level2diploma #artanddesign #artacademyeast #collegeofwestanglia #artforall #linoprint #acrylics #oils #pencildrawing #maturestudent
I'm so glad to hear @fig.the.cockapoo liked the artwork commissioned by @amylouisevincent as a surprise Christmas pressie 😍 #commissionedartwork #cockapoo #dogsofinstagram #artezapencils
And one for my mum, as a surprise for Christmas ❤️ "Sammy", coloured pencil on grey paper #artezacoloredpencils #catportrait #surprisepressie #keepitquiet
Using up leftover black and white oil paint for another tonal dog painting of my other dog, so she doesn't feel left out 🤣 #wastenotwantnot #oilpainting #tonal #kooikerhondje #workinprogress #artacademyeast #artisticlicense #cantdobackgrounds
A little pet portrait for a friend, first time putting my newly learned watercolour techniques to the test
#petportrait #cockerspaniel #watercolour #norfolkartist
I've been enjoying creating some rainbow inspired abstracts for the upcoming Art of Norwich exhibition in October. Anyone who knows me well knows my love of rainbows is almost as old as me... 🌈💕
Original artwork for sale, £15 framed. Local delivery (within Norwich area) or £3.95 postage. See my Facebook page for more original work for sale. Message me if interested 😁
#artforsale #mixedmedia #abstractart
I'm exhibiting at St Margaret's Church of Art on St Benedict's St until Oct 31st... Please pop in if you're passing that way 😊
#artofnorwich #norwichartists #supportlocalartists
I've not done any painting for ages, but I'm still being creative in other ways #crafting #planningforabear🐻 #keepingthecreativejuicesflowing #pride2020
Went for a taster session at @artacademyeast today, very enjoyable and I hope to be doing a funded diploma course later this year #everydaysaschoolday #keentolearn #artacademyeast
All set up and ready for the launch tonight. I’ll be there 7.30-8.30 if anyone wants to pop in (and still be home in time for the I’m A Celeb final!!) For opening times for the next two weeks, please see the flyer on my previous post) #artofnorwich #localartists #artforsale #freeentry
If you’re in Norwich over the next fortnight, please pop in to support local artists at St Margaret’s on St Benedicts Street. Open 10am to 5pm from 10th to 23rd December #artexhibition #localtalent #artforsale #norwichgallery #freeentry
Made a start on my first painting in MONTHS today, having been busy with holidays and exhibitions. How’d ya like them apples?! #workinprogress #day1 #norfolkartist #oilpainting #shitlighting
Pretty pleased with the set up of my wall at the exhibition. It launches tonight, 7.30pm-9.30pm and is open every day until the 13th October 10am-5pm at St Margaret’s Church, St Benedicts St, Norwich. All welcome, free entry
#artofnorwich #artexhbition #freeentry #artforsale #localartists #pleasevisit 😊
The Art-of-Norwich exhibition launches tomorrow evening, with drinks, music and poetry in the hall. I’ll be exhibiting. All welcome to come along. If you want to pop in over the next couple of weeks, there’s two hours free parking at the retail park a short distance away #artofnorwich #artexhibition #artforsale #stbenedicts #freeentry
Another watercolour 'experiment'. The more I use watercolour, the more I love oils 😆 #workinprogress #wip #watercolour #bigcock (I wonder if that last hashtag will get me a) more followers or b) banned. Lol)
Some excellent and diverse artwork at the exhibition. Opening to the public this morning at 10am - come and have a browse #freeadmission #artexhibition #southwalsham #norfolkartists
I’ll be selling greetings cards, as well as some of my artwork, at the Art149 exhibition this weekend. Come and see us, have a cuppa and a piece of cake in a fantastic cool space, surrounded by lovely art. What a lovely way to spend an hour on a summer weekend! #art149 #artexhibition #southwalsham #stlawrencecentre #norfolkartists #artforsale
Work in progress, another for next months exhibition/sale. Hope to finish this next week, and do another in time to exhibit 🤞🏼 #wip #oilpainting #prettyinpink #orchids #phalaenopsis #mothorchids
A Rose By Any Other Name, Oil on box canvas, 14” x 14” Will be for sale in July, details to follow #art #oilpainting #rosepainting #peachy #tobeexhibited #forsalesoon
Annie’s African Violet, oil on box canvas, 14” x 14” Will be for sale in July, details to follow #art #oilpainting #africanviolet #flowerpainting #deeppurple #tobeexhibited #forsalesoon
Cats Eyes, Acrylic on box canvas, 30” x 12” One of my favourites, and the photo doesn’t do the black background justice #blackcat #art #acrylic #acrylicpainting