About me

I was born in Norwich, Norfolk England and trained as a teacher specialising in art and ceramics at The University of London Goldsmiths College.

After teaching for three years I left work to devote time to my family. As the children became more independent I was able to pursue my passion for painting, converting an enjoyable hobby into an especially enjoyable profession.

Over the years I have explored different mediums and methods of painting, from loose pallet knife oils to very precise watercolours. After many years of painting landscapes I had a change of direction into still life and portraits.

To compliment my new interest I attended a course on Classical Dutch Oil Painting. This gave me the opportunity to learn more about the preparation of gesso grounds, the technical processes and the different painting mediums. I have used this knowledge to give my paintings a similar look to the Dutch Masters. Working from life I explore a variety of compositions and a range of sizes from large to miniature.

Since 1983 I have had many solo and joint exhibitions locally and in London. I have also completed many commissions.

I am an active member of The Royal Miniature Society of Painters, Sculpture and Gravers.

I have been keen to pass on my painting skills and have taught at Adult Education Centres for many years. In addition to painting I am a keen gardener and also enjoy sailing on the Norfolk rivers and broads with my husband, Bob.

'Snowdrops at Walsingham' 60 x 70 cm oil on canvas

RMS certificate

Dianne

Putting the final touches

Sailing on the River Yare

Client Sally says: "Lovely painting very beautifully painted with great time taken to detail. Very very collectible."

Client Jenny says: "Dianne's triptych is a continuing source of pleasure."

Client Sandy says: "I have commissioned nine paintings from Dianne, mostly miniatures, all to celebrate family events, births, big birthdays, weddings etc. Dianne is exceptionally good at personifying the paintings, through research, objects, plants, flowers and artifacts carried out with beautiful meticulous painting and use of colour. These paintings are treasured throughout the family."

Client Carole says: "We are so pleased and delighted with Dianne’s portrait painting of our 25th Wedding Anniversary. I have known Dianne for 20 years. Her talent is exceptional with miniatures, landscapes, still life, portraits and pet portraits."

Clients Veronique & Simon say: “We love this painting (Spring Flowers), little drops of joy with winter sunlight dappling the trees and promise of warmer days."

Client Valerie says: “We students struggle, my biggest achievement will probably be the portrait of my son Carl, and with Dianne’s dedication and quiet encouragement, from splodges of oil paint will emerge hopefully eventually, his likeness. A good teacher always draws out the best in everyone.”

Client Vera says: “Just to say I have enjoyed your art classes each week, especially the oils. Thanks to you I now have confidence to paint with oil and will build on this experience.”

Client Derrick says: “I now have 5 of your miniatures. For the record, they give me much pleasure and I do admire your talent.”

Client Anne says: “What a wonderful treasured memory you have painted of my garden. It is in my hall, which is central in the house, so every time I move from room to room I see your painting. It is so exquisite and I just love it.”

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