Selecting a Medium - more information

Graphite	Graphite is the name of the substance found in our everyday pencils. I use softer art graphite but it is distinct from charcoal. This medium creates a dynamic images and enhances the 3D effect. My technique gives great depth to the artwork and makes for an overall effect which can only add to any interior design.Drawings must never be touched or rolled as this action will cause the graphite to smudge. Also, only handle from the edges as the naturally occurring oils found on our fingers will be absorbed into the kaolin-based surface of the paper. The art material is 100% cotton, acid free French paper of the highest calibre.
Watercolour	My watercolours are quite different to any others you may find. I have developed a unique style that enhances this medium with pastels and transforms an otherwise flat, two-dimentional picture into a vivid three-dimentional portrait with 'life'. Backdrops are usually passive and gentle so as not to detract from the subject. Detailed backgrounds are always possible. A watercolour will always be the main emphasis on any wall.  Watercolours should never be touched or rolled, as the enhancement will smudge and they must be located well away from direct and reflected sunlight. Again the art material is 100% cotton, acid-free French paper and should only be handled from the edges.
Oils	An oil painting will be the focal point of any room and its mere presence draws visitors to take a closer look! My particular style of oil portraiture lends itself to the school of 'Chiaroscuro' emphasizing the play of light on the coat and bone structure of the subject. Backgrounds to oil paintings range between stormy skies for dramatic atmosphere to beautiful serene sunsets for relaxed ambience. This projects the portrait giving a three dimensional illusion to the image.Due to the high cost of materials and the time-consuming nature of applying oil paint to canvas, this is the most expensive medium to commission. On completion, all oil portraits are given a light coat of protective varnish, but it will be 6 months before the first 'true' coat of varnish should be applied. A certain amount of dust and fluff will be attracted to the painting during this interim period so it is permissible to use a dampened, soft, lint-free cloth to gently wipe the surface of the oils. Never place in direct sunlight or above any heat source. This will dry out the oils and in time will lead to 'crazing' in the paintwork.
Charcoal	Charcoal is the blackish impure carbon residue obtained by removing water and other substances created by heating wood in the absence of oxygen. This medium creates a strong, stark and absolute image. It lacks the finesse of graphite but, in the right setting, the depth and resulting dynamic image is unsurpassed.  Drawings must never be touched or rolled as this action will cause the charcoal to smudge. Only handle from the edges as the naturally occurring oils found on our fingers will be absorbed into the kaolin-based surface of the paper. The art material is 100% cotton, acid free French paper of the highest calibre.

All fine art must be kept out of direct and indirect sunlight and away from any heat source.

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