Pauline Williams in her studioI studied art at St. Helens College of Art and at The University of Wales in Cardiff; I also have a Post Graduate teaching qualification from the University of Newport.
My art is a representation of life from my perspective. I have been painting and drawing from life, recording places, events and people wherever I go. I will not only draw randomly just to keep my observational skills tip-top, the artist equivalent of ‘sight reading’, but also I will select my subject matter to suit my interest at the time. I have recently been making studies of skateboarders and rugby players enjoying their fearless commitment to their sport, providing me with great dynamics. I prefer to work directly in front of my subject wherever practical making a direct response, but I do also work in my studio allowing my memory and imagination to kick in. Studio working for me also encourages a more painterly approach to my work. My art studio is at home allowing me to fit my art with the rest of my family commitments. I regularly find inspiration to paint from my own garden and frequently include family members into my paintings. I also teach drawing and painting, mostly to adults, specializing in portraiture and life-drawing.
A Typical Sunday Afternoon
A theme I am constantly drawn to is the coast , Penarth in particular. This painting was created in the studio working from sketches that were created on location.
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