Artist in Focus: Mary Seton Watts, AKA Mary Seton Tytler
Tutor: Rachel Moore, print artist
Welcome to Artist in Focus! A series of relaxed monthly art sessions with VVH print maker and artist, Rachel Moore. Rachel introduces a mix of well-known and lesser-known artists working in painting, printmaking, textiles and sculpture.
In each session, Rachel explores a different artist’s story and work before leading three short, creative exercises inspired by the artist’s style. These sessions are all about loosening up, building on your knowledge, experimenting with new techniques and filling your sketch book with fresh ideas. Rachel finishes each session with a focused activity to explore on your own, helping you develop your skills, and spark new ways of thinking about art.
Perfect for all levels, Artist in Focus is for anyone looking to give art a go, explore new techniques, expand their skills and knowledge, and fill their sketch book with fresh ideas.
In this session, Rachel looks at the life and work of the Arts and Crafts ceramicist, Mary Seton Watts, also known by her birth name - Mary Seton Tytler. Watts created work that was both beautiful and meaningful, blending her distinctive Celtic-inspired Art Nouveau style with community-focused craftsmanship, providing local employment and promoting traditional crafts.
Preparation
Prepare your materials and find a sturdy table or floor to work on.
Video time
30 minutes
- Drawing Materials - this could be charcoal, pencils, paints or pastels
- Sketch book or loose paper. You can even use lining wallpaper
- Kitchen foil
- Masking tape
- The idea isn’t to buy lots of new equipment but to use what you have!
Artist in Focus: Paul Klee
Don't worry if you missed the last session of the Artist in Focus series, you can catch up here and explore the work of Swiss-German artist, Paul Klee - known for his experimental use of colour, shape and symbols.
