From the studio
Journal
Notes from the easel — what I'm working on, and practical guidance on commissioning, buying, and living with oil paintings.
Guide
June 2026
From photograph to painting: how a commission works
Many of my favourite paintings began as someone else's memory — an old photograph, a beloved pet, a family boat. Here is what to expect when you commission one.
Guide
May 2026
Caring for an oil painting
Oil paintings are far more robust than people fear — mine should outlive us both. A few simple habits keep them at their best.
Studio diary
April 2026
Why I paint small
A bread roll at 18 by 24 centimetres. People sometimes ask why I don't paint bigger. The honest answer: small is harder, and more intimate.