From My Studio: Exploring Helen Alice Johnson’s Creative Process
Each week, Helen Alice Johnson takes inspiration from the natural world that surrounds her in Alston, Cumbria. Her paintings reflect the landscapes, gardens, and changing seasons, offering viewers a glimpse into the beauty of nature. In this blog, Helen shares the moments that spark her creativity, from a walk in the countryside to the sight of a flower blooming in her garden.
Week 50: The Garth Garden, Bicester
A stroll around a garden full of light(s)! The Garth Garden in Bicester is busy getting ready for visitors with a spectacular light show. On a frosty morning, the lights were just beginning to twinkle and giant baubles hanging off trees added another dimension. Join me here for a pre Christmas walk.
Week 49: The Marina Gardens, Margate
A stroll around the Marina Gardens in Margate. Join me here as I take in the hometown of Tracy Emin and Dreamland
In the Studio ‘en plein air’ at Dartford and Tilbury: Week 39
Join me as I do some prep work ‘en plein air’ for my new painting series of large abstract paintings based on rivers and the relationship between people and nature. This week I am at Tilbury Docks and The Dartford Crossing overlooking the Thames
Week 48: Maidenhead
A community garden in the centre of Maidenhead that has been the subject of yarn bombing by Guérilla knitters. Join me here for a look around.
In the Studio: Week 38 at Windsor
A walk around Windsor Contemporary Art Fair as I exhibit with over 100 other artists. Join me for a look at some fabulous contemporary art
Week 47: Larch Cottage Revisited
I return to Larch Cottage, an Italian inspired garden in Cumbria and a beautiful example of creative gardening and a great coffee and cake.
In The Studio: Week 37
Join me in my studio this week as I prepare my large abstract paintings for Windsor Contemporary Art Fair
Week 46: The Roserie Garden, Lassay Les Chateaux
A walk around a charming Roserie in Lassay Les Chateaux in Northern France as I discover the Mona Lisa rose and find inspiration for my large abstract paintings. Join me here to be inspired!
In the Studio: Week 36
Join me this week as I show you the progress on my large abstract painting inspired by Chiswick House and Gardens as well as preparing for my exhibition at Windsor Art Fair at the Royal Windsor Racecourse