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Join Me in Reliving the Excitement and Heartwarming Moments at the Show. Hey there, lovely readers! I'm back from an exhilarating three days at The New Forest Show, and boy, am I exhausted! But let me tell you, it was an absolute blast! The show brought together so many wonderful people, and I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you who stopped by my stand to say hello. Your presence made the experience even more special for me. One of the most delightful aspects of the show was meeting countless new faces who were previously unfamiliar with my work. It's truly exciting to introduce my creations to a wider audience and see them embrace my art with enthusiasm. So, thank you from the bottom of my heart for taking the time to visit!  Now, I have to give credit where it's due - the real showstopper was undoubtedly Mr. Bumbles, my gorgeous merle Cockapoo. He's such a charmer, and his furry magnetism drew so many people to the stand. It's amazing to see how the love for adorable pets can bring us all together. Mr Bumbles was even treated to doggy ice cream in the evening whilst in the Commoners wine bar in Brockenhurst. we'll be returning there I can tell you!   Speaking of adorable, the new collection of whimsical woofers was an absolute hit! Some of the new originals found loving homes, alongside plenty of prints from "Whimsical woofers" series. I couldn't be happier that you all love them, and if they reminded you of your own furry companions, even better! I feel so blessed to share these heartwarming connections with you all.  Now, here's something that filled me with both joy and surprise - my brand-new flowery animals, Titania and the spring meadow Hare sold out in a flash! Yes, they were gone by the end of the very first day! And Oberon wasn't far behind..also a sell out. Wow! I was thrilled beyond words. Those prints will be available in the coming months, do sign up to my mailing list to be the first to know.
I also understand that some of you may have missed the chance to take one home. Worry not, for I have a few prints left on my website, waiting for those eager hearts to find them. I get it; the weather wasn't entirely on our side on day three, and muddy art is never fun to deal with. So, if you missed out at the show, check out the shop page on my website to bring these beauties into your life. I must take a moment to commend the show organizers for putting together such a fantastic event. They created an environment that encouraged creativity, art appreciation, and camaraderie. A big round of applause to them! But let's not forget the real stars of the show - all of you who came to visit! Your excitement and appreciation for my new work were nothing short of heartwarming. Your smiles and kind words fueled my passion for art, and I can't wait to continue creating pieces that resonate with you all. Now, let me share a little unexpected adventure that added a touch of excitement to the already bustling show. At lunchtime, daring parachutists dropped in from the sky, thrilling both visitors and exhibitors alike. It was an exhilarating moment that brought everyone together, proving that The New Forest Show is not just about art but also about the joy of shared experiences.
This year, I had the pleasure of being a sponsor for the first time, and what a joy it was! The sponsors' pavilion offered a spot of English sparkling wine that added a touch of elegance to the entire event. Though I only had a chance to visit the pavilion on one of the days, it was a moment of respite and celebration amidst the busy schedule. I'm delighted to announce that I'll be sponsoring again next year, ensuring that the enchanting spirit of The New Forest Show continues to thrive.
A special shoutout to my fellow traders and neighbors during the show! You made the experience even more enjoyable with your positivity and camaraderie. It's always a pleasure to be surrounded by like-minded people who share the same love for creativity. All in all, The New Forest Show was an action-packed, fun-filled extravaganza that left me with a heart full of gratitude and joy. I'm already looking forward to next year's event, where we can create more memories, share more art, and connect over the things that bring us together. To all of you who couldn't make it or who want to relive the magic, head over to my shop and grab your favourite prints before they disappear! Thank you again for being a part of this incredible journey with me. Your support means the world, and I'm excited to continue bringing whimsy and joy into your lives through my art. Until next time, stay inspired, keep smiling, and surround yourself with the things that make your heart sing! With love and creativity, 
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Yesterday I delivered some paintings to the beautiful Ytene gallery in Brockenhurst, right in the heart of the New forest , Helen is busy preparing and I'm so excited that my solo show opens on Saturday.  Preparations in full swing at the Ytene gallery  All things bright and beautiful, all creatures great and small. - this artist loves them all! Whenever I’m asked "So what kind of art is it that you do" I always say “Beautiful oil paintings inspired by nature”. That has been my raison d'être since becoming an artist. I've just delivered some brand new pieces to the Doll's house in Fordingbridge and I couldn't believe my eyes when I got there.  The unassuming entrace to the Doll's house hides the treasure inside. Go in. A warm welcome awaits you. All the colours of nature come to life in spring. I absolutely love this time of year, how could I not? For an artist it's wonderful! The view from my studio is spectacular at this time of year, any time of year in fact, but as I move further down the garden I love seeing the bluebells in my orchard and the primroses on the slopes and new blossom in the trees. Nature at its best; playing with the complementary colours of purple and yellow, springing and singing against each other- it's truly inspirational.
I’ve enjoyed seeing on the Internet and indeed on the news, the huge number of the fantastic photographs of bluebell woods in and around the area I live in. Three of the most spectacular bluebell woods in the whole of England are in the New Forest just a few miles from my home in Salisbury. Every year it welcomes thousands of visitors see a carpet of purple bluebells in dappled light. Everyone thoroughly enjoying watching the colours of nature come back to life after the cold dark winter months. The joys of the new forest aren't simply bluebells. Deer, ponies and cattle all seem happy enough to pose for the camera, even if they don't stay still quite long enough for my sketches to be accurate. Even this pheasant seem happy this time of year, sitting on the wall outside my studio, admiring his own reflection.
 The orchard springs to life  Pink clouds from the studio Springtime in southern England reminds me a lot of when you return from a holiday and see the first glimpses of old Blighty from the air. We suddenly realise why it's called a green and pleasant land! The whole landscape really does become lush and verdant and as an artist I very much enjoy watching it the changing colour and light from the view from my studio. In fact, the intro to my artist’s statement is ‘inspired by the changing colour and light in nature’. And it is at this time of year that that becomes very apparent. The evenings get longer and lighter and a fantastic pink clouds start appearing in the evening. In addition to the strong greens in the landscape as the trees start growing leaves again, and the ground becomes lush there are incredibly strong patches of yellow popping up on all around Wiltshire as the oil seed flowers bloom into life. It's also a very inspiring time of year for me and my animal collection as I get to visit farms or simply go walking in nearby fields and can see newborn lambs springing around in the field ready for me to draw them!  Barley Hare. ©louiseluton The latest hare in my collection A recent article claimed that all we need to do for a long and happy life was to eat purple foods, go for a walk every day, and draw. Learning to draw is great fun and going for a walk is just marvellous at this time of year, you cannot fail but to find something that will catch your eye. Simply seeing colour spring into life as an artist all I want to do is dive in and paint it. The winter months belong to my charcoal sketches, or working from photographs or archives of sketchbooks. But once the spring is here I get to go out and about! I get to draw in the open air and paint. So this weekend, go and enjoy the sunshine, the bluebells and have the eye of an artist - notice the changing colour and light in nature.  The dawn light I wake up to. All the colours of nature come to life in spring. I absolutely love this time of year, how could I not? For an artist it's wonderful! The view from my studio is spectacular at this time of year any time of year in fact, but as I move further down the garden I love seeing the bluebells in my orchard and the primroses on the slopes. Nature at its best; playing with the complementary colours of purple and yellow, springing and singing against each other- it's truly inspirational.
I’ve enjoyed seeing on the Internet and indeed on the news, the huge number of the fantastic photographs of bluebell woods in and around the area I live in. Three of the most spectacular bluebell woods in the whole of England are in the New Forest just a few miles from my home in Salisbury. Every year it welcomes thousands of visitors walking through a carpet of purple bluebells in dappled light. Everyone thoroughly enjoying watching the colours of nature come back to life after the cold dark winter months. Springtime in southern England reminds me a lot of when you return from a holiday and see the first glimpses of old Blighty from the air. We suddenly realise why it's called a green and pleasant land! The whole landscape really does become lush and verdant and as an artist I very much enjoy watching it the changing colour and light from the view from my studio.
In fact, the intro to my artist’s statement is ‘inspired by the changing colour and light in nature’. And it is at this time of year that that becomes very apparent. The evenings get longer and lighter and a fantastic pink clouds start appearing in the evening. In addition to the strong greens in the landscape as the trees start growing leaves again, and the ground becomes lush there are incredibly strong patches of yellow popping up on all around Wiltshire as the oil seed flowers bloom into life. It's also a very inspiring time of year for me and my animal collection as I get to visit farms or simply go walking in nearby fields and can see newborn lambs springing around in the field ready for me to draw them! A recent article claimed that all we need to do for a long and happy life was to eat purple foods, go for a walk every day, and draw. Learning to draw is great fun and going for a walk is just marvellous at this time of year, you cannot fail but to find something that will catch your eye. Simply seeing colour spring into life as an artist all I want to do is dive in and paint it. The winter months belong to my charcoal sketches, or working from photographs or archives of sketchbooks. But once the spring is here I get to go out and about! I get to draw in the open air and paint. So this weekend, go and enjoy the sunshine, the bluebells and have the eye of an artist - notice the changing colour and light in nature.  Walking through the fields (detail). www.louiselutonart.com After reading that title; if you've tuned in to read a blog about the EU referendum, you're in the wrong place, this is all about art! Whenever I’m asked "So what kind of art is it that you do" I always say “Beautiful oil paintings inspired by nature”. That has been my The countryside and coast have been my inspiration from the start. Most recently my animals have been a real hit; newly exhibited this year. I have just returned from Reading Art fair and the first three original paintings to fly off the walls were all animals, the first three prints were animals too. Just as I began to think that a pattern was emerging, the next three where landscapes and seascapes so who knows?  Cave paintings, Lascaux, France The simple idea that nature is beautiful and artists want to capture it is as old as art itself. The cave paintings at Lascaux in France demonstrate art's purpose was not only showing the importance of the hunt and recording an event, but also the animals that were stalked or chased during the hunt. I remember very clearly the first time I opened Gombrich’s “The story of art” to see Albrecht Durer’s portrait of a hare and thinking how can it be possible that someone can create something so lifelike simply with a pencil? My hare is a different take on that beautiful and very popular animal. This hare was the second painting to sell at Reading at the weekend and I love him, I will be painting another hare but it will be different to this one: a different size, different canvas, a different background, a different expression but it will still be a much loved beautiful hare.
Various people looking closely at my work commented on how I had captured the essence of the animal with out being too realistic. I was delighted to hear this as that was the plan! One of the big challenges for a painter (landscape, animal, anything really), is to work out what to keep in and what to leave out. What we leave out is just as important as what we put in. Most people tend to notice my vibrant use of colour in my animal paintings. A Stag does not have blue and turquoise in it, a hair doesn't have a blue nose or purple ears. I think I'm a natural colourist, I like adding colour. I'm a painter! I have to bring something to the party that is different to a photographer. Interestingly I think my use of colour in animals has stemmed from so many years of landscape and seascape painting. Trying to capture that particular pink cloud in the sky can be a real challenge and it's led me to be able to use colour in really exciting ways even when I'm painting something that is essentially a series of browns and greys. I can add bright colours that really bring the animal to life. I believe that artists can give the viewer a clearer sense of what they might be looking at in nature. The very selection of colour life and personality in each of my works is communicating something different to the viewer other than what I saw in the first place. It is the fine line between recording the event or the place or the person or the animal and bringing a story to any of those elements so that the painter provides the viewer with something more. With each of my landscapes and seascapes I have always considered them to be your personal window on the world, the view that we wish we had from our kitchen, we have a painting to reminder us of that beautiful place we once visited. However with my animal paintings I think I'm bringing a different kind of joy to your living room.
Something I noticed this weekend at Reading, when people visited my stand was how many people put on a funny voice when looking at one of my animal paintings. Anyone my age will remember Johnny Morris and Animal magic and perhaps it’s inherent in us to put on silly voices when we think of animals; that level of anthropomorphism is very strong in the British psyche. I have heard so many young people making moo noises at my cow and squealing with delight when I saw a happy muddy piggy. So what does all this tell us? It tells me very clearly that I'm part of a long tradition of artists who have always been inspired by nature and inspired by what they see around them. All of my landscapes (with perhaps the exception of the old picture of Venice or Paris) are of places I live near. All of my animals are also animals that I can see in Wiltshire, Dorset or the New Forest. I like being part of the tradition. I like celebrating the British countryside and coast and the variety of creatures that live on our shores.  |
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