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Artist Spotlight: Miguel Peidro
Continually succeeding in crafting vibrant renditions of luscious landscapes, Miguel Peidro is an artist that intertwines his passion for both painting and nature. One of his main focuses includes autumnal forests and woodland areas, those of which occasionally incorporate hidden
Halima Cassell MBE and Her Lifelong Project ‘Virtues of Unity’
Virtues of Unity is an ongoing project, and installation, by artist Halima Cassell MBE. Displayed in hue order, from light to dark, this work consists of individual hand-carved ceramic pieces which share a similar form. A soft and rounded look
Understanding the Abstract, With Paintings by Ian Rayer-Smith
Abstract art is often a misunderstood concept and, at times, it can be difficult to analyse successfully. Despite sometimes sharing similar visual elements, abstraction is undoubtedly diverse in its intent. Abstract art is defined by Tate as ‘art that does
The Doodle Boy Set to Release Second Book With Scholastic
Originally published on 28th September 2021 in the States, ‘Game of Scones’ is the first book released for the children literature series ‘Bad Food’. It is illustrated by young artist Joe Whale, widely known as ‘The Doodle Boy’, and written
A Rare Look Into Endre Roder’s Early Work
‘Portrait of Mother’ is an intimate portrait of Endre Roder’s mother, painted by the artist in the year 1976. It is an oil on board piece with an impressive scale, measuring at 119 x 88cm. Distinctively different from the artist’s
The Doodle Boy Secures Collaboration With Nike
The Doodle Boy, also known as Joe Whale, has recently signed a deal to collaborate with sports innovators ‘Nike’ on some upcoming projects. Now a household name, The Doodle Boy kickstarted his artistic journey after doodling on the walls of
Introducing, New Contemporary Artist, Sam Pooley-Stride to the Gallery
Soden Collection is now representing contemporary and abstract artist Sam Pooley-Stride. Sam came to painting late, having worked through a range of media to discover a form of communication that truly challenged and moved her. After moving to Shrewsbury, Sam
Abstract Artist, Sam Pooley-Stride’s Latest Exhibition “Seas Of The Moon Too”
In July 2021, Sam Pooley-Stride unveiled Seas Of The Moon exhibition inspired by the Lunar Maria. Using a range of media and techniques, from delicate watercolours to heavy acrylics and from graphic circles to vibrant strokes, the collection explored the
