Inspirational Instagrammers I

In this occasional series, Phoenix members highlight a few of their favourite Instagrammers.

Gone Rustic

https://www.instagram.com/gonerustic/

Robertta enjoys the posts of Canadian born artist, Rita Summers, who now lives in Tasmania.

Andrew James

https://www.instagram.com/ajamesdraws/

Rosaline comments: brilliant for drawing and watercolour tips, making things simple, and encouraging you to not get hung up on perfection.

Moon Dipper Tie Dye

https://www.instagram.com/moondippertiedye/

Bobbie likes these posts because she is super impressed with the way she can work out what how she needs to tie, bend and fold in order to create a final image or pattern Bobbie loves watching the reveals!

Grace Gillespie

https://www.instagram.com/gracegillespieart/

Rosaline says Grace taught herself printmaking during Covid lockdowns and has gone on to become hugely successful. Demonstrates that you don’t need masses of qualifications to succeed and be a “real” artist. Her colour sense is second to none in Rosaline’s opinion.

Raw Mixture (Mary Thorp)

https://www.instagram.com/rawmixture/

Hazel loves this Instagrammer: This account just excites her, there is an abundance of creativity! From her printmaking style, designs & ideas to the colour palettes used. Mary also has a graphical quality to her work as well as the inclusion of type- all of these elements speak to Hazel’s soul.

Melita Art

https://www.instagram.com/melita_arte/

Joan G likes this sculptor. She is largely self-taught and produces some very inspiring miniature figures on Instagram.

Christiane Bernais

https://www.instagram.com/christiane_bernais

Marie-Ghislaine has been following Christiane Bernais’ work for some time because of the vibrancy and colour explosion of her palette.

Paul Green Wildwire

https://www.instagram.com/paul.green_wildwire/

Joan B said that Paul works directly from nature, sketching with wire as he watches birds and other wildlife in his garden or on the nearby coast. His work catches the essence of the creature. Spending several days on a workshop he led at Woodbridge [Art Safari @artsafari] was an education in careful observation and the use of wire. An inspirational teacher whose lessons she has continued to put into practice long after returning home and reminded by his newer posts.

Ulla Mead Ceramics

https://www.instagram.com/ullameadceramics/

Jo has chosen the ceramicists because of the pleasing balance they achieve in their mark making and their uniquely interesting shapes. She says she is lucky enough to own an Ulla Mead piece and a series of Hannah’s bowls.