Ruth Payne

I took art A level many years ago (last century in fact) and only started drawing and painting seriously again during lockdown.

I started doing portraits primarily in charcoal and then followed an online course covering different media and subjects that I would not otherwise have tried. It made me think of joining an art society to keep that development moving and was invited to join BAS in November 2023.

I enjoy drawing and painting a variety of subjects including urban landscapes, portraits and still life using different media including watercolours, pastel pencils and charcoal. 

Since joining  BAS I have felt encouraged and inspired to try different styles and approaches and am now trying to get to grips with Acrylics, using Gelli Plates and generally painting in a looser style.

My passion is still for portraits - nothing gives me more pleasure than catching a likeness on paper, however, recently I have been asked to do some pet portraits in pastel pencils and I'm pleased to say that the satisfaction is just the same.