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Thursday, 23 July 2020
Wednesday, 1 July 2020
Online Exhibition of Student's Artworks
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Monday, 7 May 2018
Watercolour Workshop
I was recently asked to hold a workshop for Overton Art Group. Jumping in a car and heading to an unknown destination to meet a room full of people you don't know can be a daunting prospect but it is now becoming something I very much enjoy. Sharing my joy for art and in this case working in watercolour with fellow artists whatever their level of experience is a delight and a privilege.
I also had a terrific time looking around the local area and enjoying the sunshine.
The aims of the workshops were to:
- Loosen up
- Experiment with different and unusual techniques
- Have fun and simply enjoy the act of painting without worry or expectations
Watercolour has the reputation of being a hard medium to master but it can be a great joy once you get a feel for it. Often the best approach is to let go and see what the paint does then react to it.
We started off by looking at the textures that can be created by Clingfilm.
There are many different texture techniques that can be used to add an extra zing to your work: here are some examples:
Left top to bottom: ink pored under clingfilm, mingled wash, s'grafitto on a wet wash, sandpaper on dry wash.
Middle top to bottom: clingfilm on mingled wash, watercolour ink and granulation medium, watercolour pencil shavings on a wet wash, salt on a wet wash, bubble wrap.
Right top to bottom: rubbing alcohol on a wet wash, sand on a wet wash, salt on very wet wash.
Last we looked at energy washes and negative painting.
There has been a great atmosphere with the participants full of enthusiasm and excited to try out the new techniques demonstrated. I really would like to say a huge thank you for the invitation and to everyone for making me feel so welcome.
Spring Classes
It has been a very busy spring/summer as I have had lots of courses running at Kingsclere, Basingstoke, Tadley, Baughurst and Oakley. The varied topics have certainly kept me on my toes!
Demo of a young Kestrel in watercolour pencil.
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Sunday, 12 November 2017
Studio space
Project 'super-duper studio storage space'...
After years of dreaming I'm finally converting my studio space with some proper shelving for paper, artwork, paints and the rest.
...and here is the complete studio! It is so organised in here it is almost a shame to do any work and mess it up!
Thank you Dad for all your hard work in making my design into reality. I'm really pleased with it.
Saturday, 23 September 2017
Solo Exhibition 'Everyday Narratives'
Solo Exhibition
'Everyday Narratives'Willis Museum and Sainsbury Gallery
Market Place, Basingstoke, RG21 7QD
23rd September - 21st October 2017
Tuesday - Friday:10:00 am-5:00 pm
Saturday:10:00 am-4:00 pm
Monday and Sunday: Closed
Bethany is a Hampshire based Artist, who defies categorisation, engaging with a broad range of subjects and media. Bethany has exhibited widely both nationally and abroad. She trained at the University of West London for a BA (Hons) in Interdisciplinary Fine Art. She enjoys experimenting with different and sometimes unusual materials and techniques. “In my opinion art should touch the hearts and minds of people in some way. Whether it makes them laugh, cry, feel, think, question, connect with or be otherwise effected.” Bethany is also an Art Tutor, catering for both children and adults. “I have a strong belief in the importance of art within our society and am keen to pass on this enthusiasm.”
While Bethany’s subjects are diverse, her inspiration comes from her own experiences, her friends and family and situations she comes across. Every image has a story behind it and it is this interest in narrative that brings together the exhibition. Her works often contain many layers of meaning and imply a narrative that is never told in full, encouraging the viewer to engage with the artworks and construct their own meanings.
Central to the exhibition are Bethany’s graphite portraits depicting Basingstoke Street Pastors and Salvation Army Soldiers. In 2014 Bethany had the opportunity to walk with the Basingstoke Street Pastors as an observer. The resulting artworks are inspired by that experience as well as Bible verses. Her portraits seek to capture the vibrant personalities of the subjects depicted in their various voluntary roles.
While her popular ‘Please Mind the Gap’ series of train ticket cut outs are a tongue-in-cheek response to the artist’s experience of public transport. Each work is both a record of a single journey and an exploration of a wider shared experience that draws on each viewer’s personal memories and associations.
Willis Museum Website
Wednesday, 23 August 2017
Art Classes are taking off
Bethany Milam with art class
student Rowena Hensman
Bethany draws
from art to start teaching career
Posted By: Matthew Brownon: August
09, 2017
A dyslexic woman from
Basingstoke who found her escape through art after a difficult time at school
is to run new art classes.
Bethany Milam, a fine artist,
will be leading drawing and painting sessions at Kingsclere Village Club
starting on September 7, but it could have been so different for her.
The 30-year-old found creative
and visual subjects at school to be an escape. “It was an oasis in what was a
difficult environment,” she said.
Bethany recalls the first time
she was praised for her work: “It was during junior school and I had done two
paintings, one was of a St Lucian parrot, and the other was a copy of Monet’s
Water Lilies and Japanese Bridge.
“This was the first time my
artwork had been recognised as being good and it was a huge confidence boost.
The memory stands out for me as I did not enjoy school as a whole.”
After finishing school, Bethany
went on to complete her PGCE and started teaching adult education art courses
and already teaches a daytime class at the Kingsclere club, something she
really enjoys:
She said: “As a child I never
would have imagined myself as a teacher but I love teaching and sharing my
passion for art and all things creative.
“There is nothing like the
feeling of accomplishment at seeing my students’ progress as they gain new
skills.
“Plus it keeps me exploring and
learning new things to pass on to my students.”
September will be a busy month
for Bethany as not only do the evening art classes start, she is also
showcasing her work in a solo exhibition for a month at the Willis Museum in
Basingstoke from September 23.
“I have a strong belief in the
importance of art and arts education for all and am keen to pass on this
enthusiasm” she said.
The evening art classes start
on September 7 until December 14, between 7pm and 9pm.
“We will explore different
media and techniques, working at the students’ own pace,” Bethany explained.
For details, call Tracey
Lethbridge on 01635 291248.
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