Hi, my name is Katy Armstrong. I have been painting and printmaking for about eight years after studying A level art at Yeovil College. I showed my work for the first time at Somerset Art Weeks Festival in 2019 and more recently at Barrington Court.
I paint in soft pastels because after a few courses locally, I became hooked and have used them ever since. I love the tactile nature of the medium and how quickly you can work using the vibrant colours available. I also love printmaking in linocut which I find very calming.
My subject matter is often the sea and the coastline. I am drawn to the energy of the sea. I also enjoy painting the forests and meadows surrounding my home in Somerset. I endeavour to give an emotional response to the landscape. My work helps me express myself and who I am.
From top left, clock wise:
Cadbury Castle, soft pastel, 45 x 45cm
Still, soft pastel, 33 x35cm
Ham Hill, soft pastel, 45 x 45cm
Hush, soft pastel, 45 x 45cm
Laugharne, soft pastel, 45 x 33cm
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