Carly Groves

Coastal scenes in oil, focussing on water and the effects of light and reflections.  New this year, some 3D work featuring birdlife in needle felt.

Also, handmade Christmas craft items in needlefelt.

I am a self-taught artist, painting for pleasure for over 20 years.  I paint any subject that grabs my attention, mainly beachscapes and seascapes, with particular focus to light on water and reflections. The beautiful coastline around our Island is a constant inspiration to me.  However, recent work has featured studies of seabirds and Gulls, aiming to capture their individual personalities. My pictures are painted in water-mixable oils, particularly for their unique blending quality and low odour.  Having spent many years  working in education, I am now able to devote my entire time to painting and have been a full-time Artist for several years now.

This year I have taught myself needlefelt and have completed a series of 3D Garden and Seabirds.

I regularly exhibit with the Cowes Art Group several times a year and have shown my work in Art Galleries across the Island.  I also take part in several Christmas Craft Fairs over the festive season.