Simonne Mason

Previously principal lecturer in engineering materials at Portsmouth, I took early retirement to northern west France,  Whilst there I entered many painting competitions throughout the summer months, touring in our motor home with our dogs.  Since returning to  the UK , I have lived on the Island near our boat. 

The majority of my work is in watercolour, although I enjoy oils, ink and also oil pastels.  I spend time exploring colour and experimenting different effects.

I have exhibited both here and in France. However my overriding enthusiasm is art en plein air - whether it's painting or sketching, in the rain, the wind, a heatwave or whatever.  Each challenge is different.