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Nick Pike

Apr 12 min read

Step-by-step guide on how to paint a crocus artwork in a series of time-lapses, from blank canvas to finished piece

As crocuses were beginning to bloom outside, I decided to create a large oil painting of a group of these small flowers. Whilst gradually...

Nick Pike

Oct 28, 20222 min read

Tube Painting en plein air - How to create great artwork without a palette using oils

When creating artwork en plein air, I often find it easier to paint without a palette, squeezing oil tubes directly onto the canvas. I...

Nick Pike

Apr 1, 20222 min read

April Art Exhibition 'Nature in the Cotswolds' at The Felt Cafe in Brimscombe, Stroud

A collection of paintings, limited edition prints and greeting cards from all over the Cotswolds, including the Slad Valley, Guiting...

Nick Pike

Feb 1, 20213 min read

Snowdrop paintings & greeting cards - 30% discount!

Snowdrop Season is here again! To celebrate, the above offer will be available through my website until February 28th, 2021. Also Free...

Nick Pike

Aug 5, 20202 min read

New Summer Oil Paintings at Park Gallery, Montpellier, Cheltenham

After the lockdown, with so much uncertainty and often staring at the same four walls, I thought it was the perfect time to release these...