Why I Make Everyone Draw a Shiny Kettle
At art night, anyone can draw. We all start with the same still life—and by the end, no two drawings look the same. A lesson in seeing, observing, and trusting your eyes.
Loosen Up: The Art of Working Messily
I used to be embarrassed by the mess in my studio. Now I can’t paint without it.
From Still Life to Real Life: I don’t stage my mess
I don’t stage my mess. I paint it.
Traditional still life asks for perfection—polished glass, clean plates, tidy fruit. But what happens when we start painting what’s actually there?