Name: Darren Gwatkin

Subject and medium: Wildlife, Pet and People portraits in coloured pencil

I'm a self taught artist. I started drawing from an early age and always received positive encouragement. I was lucky to join the Bonny Snowdon Academy in 2023 and am enjoying pushing myself to increase the realism in my work.

I enjoy trying new materials and have recently started using Pastelmat. I always start a drawing on the subjects eyes, my main aim is to capture their spirit and character and their eyes contribute so much to that. 

I offer commissions and my aim is to turn my art into my business so I can concentrate fully on it and also begin hosting workshops where local artists at all stages can come together.

Links: 

Instagram: www.instagram.com/darrengwatkinartworks

Facebook: www.facebook.com/gwatkinartworks

Website: www.gwatkinartworks.co.uk