Becky Gouverneur drew this charcoal drawing of a pair of lemurs using a combination of charcoal sticks, pencils and charcoal powderÂÂ
Ever wondered how to draw an animal" This exclusive step-by-step on how to draw animals in...
Enter this month’s art prize draw for your chance to win big! Courtesy of professional artist Marilyn Allis
Trade everyday life for Bournemouth?s stunning coast, where a Trio Break awaits, blending artistic growth with seaside... -
Cornwall-based contemporary artist, Nina Brooke recalls the many happy years she spent at Bryanston School in Dorset
Your school in three words"
I?d say creative, nurturing and progressive.
Who was your best friend"
I had loads of great pals... -
The new issue of Artists & Illustrators is out now. Here?s everything you can expect to see
Cover artist Petra Richards
This month’s issue invites you to explore a world of creativity, no matter what medium you love working with.... -
At Highgate, one of our academic priorities is to promote reading for pleasure. There are no tests or assessments though ? this one?s ?just for fun?.
A recent report commissioned by the National Literacy Trust states: ?If reading is to become a... -
With school fees set to rocket, many parents are asking if going ?state before eight? is the way to go. By talking to the heads of some of the country?s top prep schools, Laura Sutherland learns what makes the early years worth the investment
On 29... -
A unique partnership at Ashville College in North Yorkshire aims to help the children of relocated US armed forces staff at nearby Royal Air Force Menwith Hill settle into school life, says Head of Prep Phil Soutar
The huge white ?golf balls? that... -
Last year, when I heard the news that Pat Sajak was retiring from Wheel of Fortune, I knew I better prepare Faith. When season 41 began, I told her, "This is Pat\'s last season. Next year, there will be a new host." Faith\'s favorite show... -
Join Mall Galleries to Explore Emerging Figurative Art
Become a Friend of Mall Galleries to enjoy exclusive perks, including private views, unlimited entry, and discounts, all while contributing to a vital charity dedicated to showcasing... -
Samantha Dainty of Bespoke Minds Education looks at the pros and cons of educating siblings at the same school
In Larkin?s often-quoted poem ?This Be The Verse?, he uses humour to make light of generational trauma and how children can be damaged by... -
By the age of 12, 97% of pupils in England and Wales* own a mobile phone. We asked five head teachers about their schools? mobile phone policy?
Daniel Cox, Edgeborough School, Surrey
Edgeborough is proud to have established itself as a mobile... -
The free places are available for over 100 exceptionally talented young students at Thomas’s College, a new senior school in South-West London opening in September 2025
In an exciting development for London?s independent school landscape,... -
Grahame Booth shows you how to master watercolour painting with a limited palette
In this watercolour painting demo, Grahame Booth demonstrates how to use a limited palette to capture the serene beauty of Rathlin Island, located off the north... -
Choosing an independent school can seem like an overwhelming task, so where do you begin" Laura Bursey Faulkner, Director of Admissions at Rugby School, Warwickshire takes you through the process
Just as families compile a list of non-negotiables... -
We ask an oil artist to tell us about a piece of art that holds significance for him
On the Natural Origins of Insomnia, oil on linen, 63.5x81cmÂ
As a still life painter, I regularly visit used goods shops to hunt for objects that I... -
Fashion illustrator David Downton shares what it’s like to draw the best dressed women in the world
In the world of fashion illustration, capturing the essence of style and beauty requires both skill and insight. David Downton, renowned fashion... -
Amanda Hoskin shows you how to paint stunning sunset skies with depth and texture
Step 1: Preparing Your Canvas
Start by wetting the paper to create a smooth base for your watercolour sky. Use a large brush to apply a light wash of blue and... -
Your chance to secure a place at the iconic St Ives School of Painting in Cornwall
St Ives School of Painting, established in 1938, provides quality, contemporary art tuition from its unique location above Porthmeor Beach in St Ives,... -
Cher Pruys is a self-taught artist who works in different mediums. Here, she describes the thought process that goes into her portrait paintingÂ
I choose my subjects carefully to engage my audience ? and also to share a story.... -
Professional artist and painting tutor Max Panks shows you how he painted his favourite London street scene
I’m a huge fan of cityscape art and ever since I first saw the sun setting over London?s St Martin?s Lane, it has been my... -