Smokey

Some exciting new tuitional DVD's have just been released in the UK. Portrait Artist Valerie Stewart, from the USA, had recorded several pet portrait projects. A 10 disc DVD set is available which gives you 4 DVD's on preparing your canvas, under painting your project, expanding your portrait and finishing touches. A further 6 painting projects are included with step by step guides showing you a variety of cats, dogs and a pony. They are on promotional offer for just £67.50 including postage and packing HERE: http://www.ayoubart.co.uk/121.html On May 10th the offer ends and the price will go up to £83. Alternatively you can purchase single DVD projects at just £13.50.

One of the DVD projects is a lovely cat 'Smokey'. The composition is an extreme close up, which really appeals to me. I have a kitten very similar to the one in the project and thought I'd give it a go. Above you can see step 1, step 2 and my finished result. As it's painted in 3 stages it is an ideal project to do if you only have an hour or so to paint.

Jack Kolber of Magic Brush Art

Jack Kolber ACI, one of the US's leading Alexander Instructors, has a wonderful DVD series. His 3 tuitional DVD's contain 13 painting projects ranging from wildlife, landscapes, seascapes and florals. I am now able to supply this DVD set direct from the UK. For just £22.50, which includes postage and packing, you can enjoy Jack's step by step instruction and produce some wonderful oil paintings from home. You'll find details showing you how to make your purchase here: http://www.ayoubart.co.uk/117.html

Earlier this week I painted the underwater scene 'Lost World' with Jack (shown above)........quite different, I'm sure you'll agree. You can see Jack with his friend, tutor and mentor - the late, great Bill Alexander.