Watercolours With Life: Sharing Talent

Art by Jullia

"The beauty of things exist in the soul of those who admire them"

I must admit in this world of art I am constantly meeting the most wonderful of artists. Some have no idea just how talented they are. I recently gave a demonstration of my watercolour techniques at the Mall Galleries in London during the SWA Society for Women Artists 150th Annual Exhibition. At the close of day I shared coffee with artists who had come to watch me in action.

I could write a very long blog entry but instead I would like to refer you to Jullias blog. But please don't just read her description of her day at the Mall Galleries. Please view her amazing collection of portraits. This morning I forwarded her art to "Derwent Pencils" who were equally impressed.

http://www.jullia.eu/meeting-jean-haines-and-roy-simmons/1712

Thank you Jullia, it was an absolute pleasure to meet you and thank you so much for such a wonderful entry on your blog about me. I am really touched by your words.

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I have many emails and messages to respond to at the moment so please bear with me if you are waiting for a reply. Working on my book and next years schedule is my main focus but I will be in touch soon!

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For those who are interested I am now on Twitter!

The Artist Magazine : Book Review

Jean Haines' Atmospheric Watercolours

"The book is nothing less than a paean to the wet in wet technique. If that's your thing, prepare to be amazed. Jean Haines credits Jean Louis Morelle, and in many ways this book is the sequel to Morelle's remarkable, but very technical work, showing the wealth of creative possibilities the technique offers. A lot of the images are barely recognisable and yet you instinctively know what they are. I wish I knew how, because this is impressionism taken to its logical conclusion and reminiscent of some of the later work by JMW Turner. You will have to take it from me that "First signs of a face appearing magically from a first wash of watercolour" is pure alchemy. This is an extraordinary book."

"Amazing Ways With Watercolour:" Fastest Selling DVD!

"Amazing Ways With Watercolour" from Town House Films is the fastest selling DVD with the company to date! Record breaking pre-orders for this much awaited film saw requests for copies flooding in from all over the world. A wonderful introduction into working with watercolour minus the use of a preliminary sketch this DVD removes the fear, stress or pressure from worry about how to use watercolour. Instead the focus is on having fun, enjoying vibrant colour combinations and allowing the medium to create the subjects with just a little help from the artist. A really exciting new DVD to own. Whilst the DVD sold out in the first few months since its' release due to popularity it is now in stock and available directly from Town House Films.

http://www.townhousefilms.co.uk

How To Paint Colour and Light in Watercolour

"How to Paint Colour and Light in Watercolour" Jeans first book was launched at the Mall Galleries in 2010 at the SWA Society for Women Artists Annual Exhibition. Many copies have been sold world wide. It is available on Amazon.com, Search Press, SAA Society for All Artists and Ken Bromley.

"This book is a wonderful introduction into Jeans' way of working and gives an insight into her way of thinking and approach to a large variety of subjects. All painted minus the use of a preliminary sketch."

7 comments:

Carrie Waller Watercolors said...: A fabulous post! I couldn't get her link to work. I'm not sure if it's on my end or your but I would love to visit her blog.; 22 July 2011 at 08:52
Anonymous said...: The link isn't work.; 22 July 2011 at 11:29
Roy Simmons said...: I had the great pleasure of being with Jullia and Jean at the Mall Gallery, whata superb day. I totally agree with your assessment of Jullia's work. She deserves more recognition and making Derwent aware of her was very kind.; 22 July 2011 at 12:50
Jean Haines SWA, SFP said...: Hi Carrie, I have just fixed the
link problem so hope you can see it now,Jullias work is wonderful,

Jean:); 22 July 2011 at 13:55
Jean Haines SWA, SFP said...: Hello Renske, Please try the link now ,I think the problem is solved; 22 July 2011 at 13:55
Jean Haines SWA, SFP said...: Roy, you are one o fthe most generous people I have come across in the art world,and its such a pleasure to know you.Don''t forget my offer.I meant it:); 22 July 2011 at 13:56
Jullia said...: Oh Jean! How sweet of you! Thank you very much for your appreciation and for sharing my work!
I hope that one day I'll be able to do a pencil demonstration and that you will participate too :) I know, I'm just dreaming now ;))
Thanks a lot! It means a lot!; 24 July 2011 at 12:54