Shaun the Sheep
About Rob
" Since graduating from Exeter College of Art and Design with a BA(Hons) in Fine Art and a Postgraduate Certificate
of Education from Exeter University, and deciding to live in Devon, I have developed successful careers as both a teacher and a painter.
My work has sold through a number of galleries and exhibitions. I work almost exclusively in watercolour as I find this offers me
the opportunity to respond almost immediately to my surroundings. I work from sketches, field studies and, in recent years, from my
own digital photographs.
My watercolours reflect my enjoyment of the British landscpae. The fleeting changes of light and shadow
that can alter the land, sea or river in an instant and then just as quickly be lost forever are the starting points for much of my
work.
I am currently working on a series of paintings based on local estuaries. I love mud! The kinetic effects of light on mud,
the reflections in pools, shadows on ripples left in the exposed riverbed, beached boats, the lines of ropes and a the often brilliant
colours of buoys set against the muted colours of the estuary at low tide are resulting in paintings such as The Rudder. And
there are more to come!
When I am not painting I am directing my creative talents in other directions. I continue to work with
Richard Golesowski on the popular childrens series 'Shaun the Sheep'. We are also working on a few other excting projects at Aardman
Animation; details to follow... though Siān continues to be mystifed that Golly and I can spend hours laughing our socks off and getting
paid for it! "
About Us
Rob Dudley
About Rob and Siān
Rob and Siān Dudley have lived in Devon for over 25 years. As artists they find the area constantly
inspiring, providing them with a wealth of subject matter, from dramatic Dartmoor landscapes to the stunning South Devon coast.
Over
the years they have had a number of exhibiitons and exhibited in a number of local galleries. Their work is held in private collections
both in the UK and abroad.
Demand for their work grew, and in 2005 they set up Moor to Sea Arts, allowing them to spend
more time painting. Unable to entirely forego the pleasure of teaching they decided to run their own workshops, and demand continues
to grow for them both as demonstrators.
About Siān
"I have enjoyed drawing and painting since I was old enough to hold a pencil. Throughout my education this was chanelled
into closely observed biological drawings and diagrams. That the botanical element of my degree in Microbiology is clearly reflected
in my work is undeniable!
My artistic side became more evident as I studied for my PGCE at Exeter University, and I have spent the
years since encouraging others to develop their own artistic skills.
I find watercolour a truly exciting medium to work on. Inspired
by the beautiful effects that are only possible in watercolour I feel the medium itself has seduced me into a very exploratative and
experimental approach to painting. I can't ever imagine developing an instantly recognisable 'style' as I enjoy the variety too much,
although I am known for my flower paintings and have been refered to as 'The Conker Lady' ! The translucent quality
of watercolour paint on the page, the clarity of colour achievable, its' textural lightness, its' response to the paper and the
way certain pigments granualate as they dry combine to make it a perfect medium for capturing the transient qualitites of light. 'Just
add water' and it becomes a medium with a life of its own that entices me into a balancing act of control and giving the medium its
freedom. I spend many happy hours watching paint dry!
My experimental approach has overflowed into the world of pencils, and
I have been having a great time with the relatively new Graphitint and Inktense ranges from Derwent. I love the marks achievable with
these pencils, and I find they are now making their way into some of my paintings.
In terms of subject matter I am
currently working on a portfolio of portraits. Watercolour portraits are an exciting challenge, the quality of the medium itself representing
the fleeting and subtle changes of expressions that make the human face so interesting. However, with my commercial head on I
have dug out my oil paints, which were previously confined to the cupboard due to constraints imposed by a small house, three children
and a dog. But life moves on, and more time and space gives me the opportunity to enjoy their rich creaminess once again. Keep your
eye on my gallery for updates!"
Siān Dudley
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