In this workshop, Andy Dolphin will guide students through a process of analysing a scene or photo reference, simplifying the shapes and dealing with the much-dreaded issue of perspective.
This workshop is about having fun with pen and watercolour and is suitable for beginners or those who have some drawing skill but who want to improve the fundamentals or add a bit of colour and fun to their work.
From the earliest moments of childhood, Andy Dolphin was drawn to the world of art. A pencil and paper were never far from reach, as he spent countless hours sketching everything that captured his imagination. This passion led to a career as an illustrative signwriter and commercial illustrator, where he honed his skills and artistic vision. Eventually, the call of fine art became irresistible, offering a deeper and more personal creative outlet.
Today, Andy works primarily in oils and watercolour, with a fascination for the interplay of light and shadow. The dramatic effect of long shadows in the morning and evening sun features prominently in his work, each painting serving as a memory of a time and place. His dedication to capturing nature’s essence leads him outdoors, painting in plein air, where he immerses himself in the landscape to translate its fleeting beauty onto canvas.