TIMOTHY SUTTONGeneral news and chit-chat of what I have been up to in the studio and on the road.
Say hello to Rufus, my latest dog portrait capturing the essence and charm of an endearing Irish Terrier. Painted in oils on a 40cm x 30cm canvas, this artwork aims to celebrate the breed’s distinctive character.
With its warm, earthy tones and detailed brushwork, I hope I have managed to bring to life the playful spirit and noble presence of this lovely animal. From the sleek, wiry coat to the expressive eyes filled with intelligence and curiosity, this breed is always a joy to paint.
The use of oils adds depth and richness to the piece, enhancing the textures and creating a lifelike representation of Rufus. The painting serves as a testament to the enduring bond between humans and their four-legged companions, as well as an homage to the unique beauty of the Irish Terrier.
I am very pleased with my two recent commissions fresh off the easel. The first portrait is of Freya, who lives in Vietnam. A bit of a long way for me to go, so I worked from a photograph on this one.
The second is of Malachi, a very exciteable Border Terrier who lives near Claygate. It took a while for him to calm down before I could take the photographs, but my patience eventually paid off.
The warning is to never work with children and animals but I think the results make it worthwhile.
Once again, both myself and Jennie Ing are excited to be showcasing our distinctive trade mark work at the Fountain Gallery near Hampton Court. One of us will be in the gallery every day.
Jennie works from her small garage studio in southwest London printing her many layered colourful linocuts on her treasured 175 year old albion press. She is a member of the Printmakers Council, Greenwich Printmakers and Southbank Printmakers, and has work in the V&A collection, Scarborough Art Gallery archives and private collections. www.jennieingart.co.uk
I will be at the gallery 8th, 10th, 12th, 14th, 16th, 18th and 19th (afternoon) of November. Look forward to seeing you.
It’s Art Fair season and I will again exhibiting at the Teddington Landmark Autumn Show Friday 13th to Sunday 15th October. Come find me on stand number 56.
Twice a year – Spring and Autumn – the Landmark Art Fairs provide a unique setting for individual artists that make high quality fine art to exhibit and sell their work direct to the public. No galleries, no dealers, just the artists themselves with a stunning array of painting, sculpture, photography, mixed media, printmaking, ceramics and more. Visitors can browse from an array of over 75 stands with artists from the local area and beyond. From watercolour paintings to textural ceramic sculptures.
I will again be exhibiting with my colleague Kate Bowe in Herne Hill for the Lambeth Open weekend 7th and 8th October, 10am to 6pm, at her pad 17 Regent Road, SE24 0EL.
This annual celebration of South London creativity is a fabulous way to discover some hidden gems tucked away in the borough. Visitors will be able to see inside the artist’s studios and exhibition spaces for a unique personal insight into the individual technical processes.
I look forward to seeing you and maybe sharing a glass of wine. CLICK HERE for venue details.
