Bella Of The Wood

 Kieron Williamson | Oil on Board | 10 x 7 inches 

About the painting:

“In the May of 2022 this beautiful wood we walk the dogs through most mornings was absolutely full of bluebells. The following year I painted this of my sister and was so disappointed not to be met by a carpet of bluebells, but by a green tangled mess of sticky weed (Galium aperine) with just the odd bluebell poking through. I still finished the painting because the light was lovely, especially the reflected light on the gnarly tree.” Kieron

The medium:

“The one medium that I have found the most challenging is oil. For years I knew absolutely nothing about this medium, despite having three introductory lessons at age six!

It is only through trial and error, coupled with extensive research online, that I have finally found a way of working that suits me.
If I had to use only one medium for the rest of my life, I would most definitely use oil. I love the historic importance of them, the rich smell of the paint and the fact that no matter what the subject, the medium is suitable … it is just so diverse.
I could use a glazing technique and my work could look flawless and soft with no visible brushstrokes, or heavy impasto layered on a canvas with a palette knife with paint straight from the tube. I love that fact that I can do absolutely anything with it, whatever the subject needs to be captured and whatever way I feel like working.” Kieron