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The Travelling Brush Dippers
Join Denise Allen and Sharon Hurst for their new Art vlog! You can expect a plethora of information as the ladies rifle through art materials, discuss paintings (famous, or their own, maybe even YOURS!), and talk about anything art related. You will be treated to demonstrations, interviews and outside broadcasts, Covid and weather permitting. Unscripted and full of fun, these frank arty discussions will inspire, surprise and delight you.
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Salt cafe
You can't beat a good cup of coffee in a fabulous bar, can you? In this episode the ladies visit Salt Cafe, a rather wonderful waterfront restaurant known for its good food and terrific location. A favourite with dog walkers, it offers a relaxed atmosphere and a delicious menu. Denise and Sharon settle in and enjoy cake, coffee and chat whilst painting a wreck resting on the shore outside. The ladies would like to thank the friendly and helpful staff who made their visit such a pleasurable experience. And... the cake. Oh, the cake!!! https://saltcafe.co.uk/
Weald and Downland Museum.
Join Denise Allen and Sharon Hurst as they explore the Weald and Downland Living Museum set right in the heart of the South Downs National Park. You will see an incredible collection of ancient buildings that have been lovingly removed from their original positions and rebuilt brick by brick at the Museum for posterity. As usual, the ladies chat and paint then explore the riches of the site. This is the home of the BBC's Repair Shop. Fortunately, the building was open for viewing! Have a birds eye view of the interior and see where the experts work to repair the beautiful heirlooms brought to them by the public.
Covehithe Beach.
Sharon and Denise paint on a windy day in Suffolk. One of Denise's favourite beaches, Covehithe was named by the Telegraph as one of Britains top 10 secret beaches. Also the location for one of Kate Humbles coastal walks on her recent TV series. The beach was glorious and the ladies had plenty of laughter. The sound was a little compromised by the wind, but we have added subtitles so you don't miss a thing. #Covehithe #Suffolk #Southwold #KateHumble #TBD #TheTravellingBrushDippers #Pleinair
Interview with Mr Jeremy Ford.
Join our travelling duo as they chat to Jeremy Ford, artist and illustrator. His illustrious career has spanned decades and in this interview he tells us of his school days and childhood, the years at college, meeting his wife Mary and their family life. He explains the changes that he has had to work through with Lockdown and talks of his plans for the future. If you have seen his artwork and marvelled, now marvel again at the man himself! http://www.jeremyford.co.uk/
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Check out the finished painting.
In this episode Denise manages to get out to Oulton Broad to paint outside for the first time since lockdown. The ladies see the painting come together and talk about the area. Oulton Broad is the only one of the Broads in Suffolk. Denise is painting in watercolour and discussing the process. In the video Denise talks briefly about her watercolour travel kit. To see full details of this there is a video on her own youtube channel here. https://youtu.be/QG42pbPIyAM
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Derwent Inktense
In this episode, the intrepid lady artists explore everything Inktense. These amazing pencils, blocks and pans from Derwent offer the artist a broad spectrum of creativity. Denise and Sharon discuss them, paint with them, and display paintings and crafts that they have created using this product. Dip into the conversation and join their explorations!
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Working on TV
Join Denise and Sharon for another episode. This time we hear all about HOCHANDA (Home Of Crafts Hobbies AND Art) as the ladies discuss the TV studios, the preparation, and set up for LIVE broadcasts. Hear about the successes and the disasters, the fun and the problems with the very early starts... NOTE: HOCHANDA has now been rebranded as THE CRAFT STORE. www.thecraftstore.com
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Interview with TV presenter Yiannis Morgan
Meet Yiannis Morgan. TV presenter, model, writer and actor, Yiannis is a man of many talents. In this episode, Denise and Sharon interview this TV icon and discuss his carreer and his time currently with HOCHANDA (now The Craft Store). If you have ever wondered what it is like to be on the other side of the Silver Screen, watch now for a fun insight.
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Inspirations
Join Denise and Sharon for another exciting episode. This time they will be discussing their inspirations and how it all started for them both. Expect emotions, laughs and lots of laughter. Talking how they were both influenced by wonderful mums, where they first met, and who's work they love.
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Who doesn’t need a unicorn?
Join Sharon and Denise for another fun filled episode! Over coffee the ladies discuss Sharon's first venture as an author. She tells us all about the journey of her book, "How To Draw Unicorns". The first tentative email from the publishers to the first books being delivered to her door and the excitement of seeing her name in print. It wasn't an easy ride, because there was so much to learn, but isn't that just life in general?! Full of pictures showing the creative process, along with an insight into the inspiration behind Sharon's work, there will be laughs along the way and maybe inspiration for you too!
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Denise’s day on Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year.
Sharon interviews Denise about her day as a wildcard on Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year. Although her episode aired in January 2021 the story goes back to last year. Discover the fascinating story of the events of the day and what led up to it.
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