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Laura Nicholson

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Snowberry

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Telephone: 
07542 262464
How would you describe the work you do and why?: 

I am driven by the ever evolving seasons, using the colours and the mood to steer my practice. I also use my paintings as inspiration for my fabrics, designing them from scratch and making cushions, lampshades and soft furnishings.

For you what does being an artist mean?: 

being free to explore my creativity on a daily basis and earning a living from something so enjoyable.

Describe what you call yourself/your practice?: 

I am predominantly a painter, using inks and oils to create impressions of my surroundings. I paint on wood, natural canvas, linen and occasionally paper.

Your practice & activities include e.g workshops, teaching: 

I teach most days from my studio, my pupils range from GCSE through to octogenarians! I teach a variety of classes always striving to deliver tailor made workshops to all of my clients. I also make bespoke soft furnishings and take commissions throughout the year, as well as exhibiting throughout the year.

CV & Education, relevant & leading to your artistic practice: 

I have an undergraduate degree as well as a Maters in Art Education. I have taught in Secondary schools both in the UK and Australia and I continue to teach in schools locally.

Exhibitions in the last 3 years: 

Spring Collective Montpellier, Cheltenham
A Gallery Run by Artists, Ludlow
Worcester Open Studions
Faun Festive market
Hellens Manor Festive Market
Take 4 Gallery Ledbury
Herefordshire Art Week

Your gallery outlets/stockists: 

The Stable Studio, Colwall
Three Counties Book Shop, Ledbury
Faun Kitchen, Malvern
The Malbury, Eastnor