Author Archives: Pat Harrison

About Pat Harrison

Painting and drawing have been my passion for decades. I have attended numerous exhibitions in England and Germany. Presented with several awards for my paintings I now have one of my works on permanent display at a museum in Greater London with growing sales and commissions.

What you should know when starting to paint in oils – Video No.309

Posted on April 10, 2021 by Pat Harrison

In this 20 minute video Florent Farges explains what he wished he had known before he started painting in oils. Hope you like my choice of the day. If you want to contact me personally please click here. More of … Continue reading →

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Plein Air Painting – Video No.308

Posted on April 2, 2021 by Pat Harrison

This 38 min documentary tells the story of plein air painting. It shows how it was used in the 19th century to bring the beauty of nature closer to people who were unable to travel. Some of the art may … Continue reading →

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How to Paint Rocks and Mountains – Video No.307

Posted on March 27, 2021 by Pat Harrison

In this 14 min video Andrew Tischler tells us how to paint rocks and mountains. He explains the basic steps starting with a free-hand sketch and blocking in the shadow areas. You will notice how much detail he puts in … Continue reading →

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Artists on German TV – Linda Schroeter

Posted on March 19, 2021 by Pat Harrison

My new production introducing the Australian painter Linda Schroeter will be shown on German tv in English with German subtitles. Linda Schroeter was born in Australia and always loved art admiring the works of classical painters. She began selling works … Continue reading →

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Remembering St.David´s Day

Posted on March 14, 2021 by Pat Harrison

Encouraging to see what´s possible during lockdown.

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How to Paint A Mountainscape – Video No.306

Posted on March 7, 2021 by Pat Harrison

In this 24 minute video Graeme Stevenson presents the acrylic artist David Woodford. David shows us how he paints the wonderful mountains of Wales. Graeme himself has visited and interviewed artists around the world to present them on Australian tv. … Continue reading →

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Artists on German TV – Ian Walton

Posted on February 27, 2021 by Pat Harrison

My new production introducing the British painter Ian Walton has been shown on German tv in English with German subtitles. Ian Walton is a self taught artist who lives in Wales. He started to paint in oils when he was … Continue reading →

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15 Elements to Create Attractive Paintings – Art Tuition Video No.305

Posted on February 22, 2021 by Pat Harrison

Today I have chosen a presentation by Vladimir London who explains 15 elements which help you create attractive paintings. He demonstrates these elements by pointing them out to us in classical and contemporary works. Hope you will enjoy my choice … Continue reading →

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Sunset by the Sea – Acrylic Painting

Posted on February 17, 2021 by Pat Harrison

Here is my painting of a sunset by the sea. In combines the colours of the sunset with rays of sunshine breaking through an unusual cloud formation. The cliffs and rocks add drama to the scene. The painting is 18x24cm … Continue reading →

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Graeme Stevenson presents Artists via ZOOM – Art Tuition Video No.304

Posted on February 8, 2021 by Pat Harrison

In these times of limited mobility due to Covid19 travel restrictions Graeme Stevenson has taken to ZOOM to continue his presentations of international artists. We can all be grateful for this technology which allows us to keep in touch with … Continue reading →

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