Peter Jay studied painting and drawing, first at Beckenham and then at St. Martin`s Schools of Art. After a short spell in advertising and a rather longer period in textiles, he moved to the country to paint full time. Based near the Sussex coast, he explored and painted the wilder areas of the surrounding countryside, with a particular interest in the wild flowers. Beach scenes with endless sands or rock pools have been a recent source of inspiration. In 2007 he moved to Somerset and is now inspired by the countryside there. For his seaside fix he has discovered the nearby Jurassic coastline with its plentiful fossils. He exhibits mainly in the South of England, and he has exhibited at the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition on a number of occasions.
An easy-to-follow, step by step guide to creating wonderful acrylic paintings.
Acrylic paints are versatile and unique. They are easy to work with, adhere to a variety of surfaces and they have enormous potential if used to their fullest extent.Wendy Jelbert explores this medium, showing how to create a whole range of effects, from creating beautiful blended washes and patterns to using impasto and textured techniques. Using over sixty step-by-step photographs, she demonstrates how to paint flowers, landscapes, seascapes, and more. Both beginners and artists with some experience will find this a valuable and inspirational guide.