Mark Pidduck - Watercolour Art

Hello and welcome to my website,

I am a watercolour artist, based in the village of Warsop in North Nottinghamshire close to Sherwood Forest and the area known as 'The Dukeries'. I have created this site for people to view samples of my paintings and provide contact details together with information on future exhibitions and projects.

Over the years I have painted using a variety of mediums starting with oils and gouache,then acrylics and painting a wide range of subjects often producing pet portraits. I now paint landscapes using watercolour paints which I have come to enjoy more than any other.

Despite the unforgiving nature of watercolour (mistakes mostly can't be re painted!) the freeflowing loose nature along with the transparent colours and speed of use make watercolour painting a joy.

I now demonstrate for community groups and art societies so if you would like me to hold a demonstration please get in touch - prices start at £80 plus expenses.

Please feel free to browse my website and I welcome any suggestions or comments.(see contacts page for contact details).

Watercolour painting is an absolute joy but many people are put off in the early stages as it can be a tricky medium to work with. Rest assured we have all had many 'watercolour disasters', but with a little help and encouragement you will be surprised at the results we can all achieve. Why not come along to one of my workshops to find out more?

New dates now confirmed for September workshops! Now taking bookings.

Church Warsop - Saturday 4th September 2010

Southwell - Sunday 19th September 2010

Both are full day painting workshops with demonstrations and tuition please see workshop pages for details......

Happy students at the end of a recent workshop with their paintings

Recent comments from students include;

'I learnt a lot from these sessions, more than I do all year!'

'Great fun and I have gained so much information about landscapes'

'Thank you Mark for a great day'

'Really enjoyed the day and it was most informative'

'Excellent day - very pleased with the result!'

'More workshops please!'

More Happy students!