Author Archives: Esther Boehm

New Illustrated Book Unveils the Rich History of King’s Lynn Through Detailed Artwork

King’s Lynn – A one-of-a-kind illustrated book, is set to take readers on a visual journey through the fascinating history of King’s Lynn, offering a vibrant and captivating look at the town’s past. Filled with detailed illustrations, this project, spanning seven years to complete, not only showcases the architectural beauty of the town but also provides in-depth information, bringing context to the images. Read more …

WNAA Easter Exhibition 2025 in Pictures

With the weather forecast predicting a sunny, if cool, Easter Bank holiday, WNAA was hopeful for a good turnout at the regular Thornham exhibition and we weren’t disappointed: over 425 visitors enjoyed the fabulous and varied artwork on display, some curious holiday makers wandering in as we were setting up. Read more …

Gillian Thompson,  Botanical Collage

pop up exhibition at Chequer House Gallery

14 April to 11 May

I love playing with a gelli plate, creating countless different patterns with a mixture of both fresh and dried greenery and using found objects to create variation and texture. I can build up a significant pile of papers – what to do with them? There are only so many greeting cards you can create. Read more …

Focus on Jacqueline Bright

Cast of Crabs

I am a pastel artist, and I work in a traditional, realistic style, almost exclusively drawing animals. I live in West Norfolk, although I grew up in Kent. I have always been an animal lover; I grew up with lots of small pets and my mum worked with horses. I have also loved drawing since I was very young – my favourite place to visit on my birthday was always the Natural History Museum. Read more …

Focus on Jo Halpin Jones

Horses rolling , Iceland

I was given my first camera, a Brownie 127, at the age of eight, and a lifelong passion began.  My well-worn early photo albums display tiny black and white images of family and friends, a succession of pets, and memories of Cornish beach holidays with crooked horizons and eyes squinting against the sun.
 
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Focus on Peta Watts

‘Leaving Lines’ acrylic and graphite on paper

I was a kid who was always drawing, and it sometimes got me into trouble. It was compulsive and at school my ‘doodles’ were not appreciated especially when they appeared on a variety of surfaces. Though later art teachers were more encouraging. I left home and school and only occasionally drew or painted thereafter. I have a BA in film and photography but life took many different turns. 

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Keith Powell Landscape and Wildlife Artist

Cotswold Winter

For over forty years my interest in painting has continued to flourish and I have continued to experiment with various techniques and mediums. I also studied Art and Photography to advanced levels through college courses and developed skills in various media and subject matter. I now concentrate on oils and acrylics and occasionally use an air brush to produce out of focus backgrounds in my wildlife paintings.

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