Rebecca Hurst Art - Blog

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From ‘I’m Not Good Enough’ to ‘I Am an Artist’

For a long time, I didn’t believe I could call myself an artist. This is the story of how I learned to believe in my creativity, and why I’m now...

From ‘I’m Not Good Enough’ to ‘I Am an Artist’

For a long time, I didn’t believe I could call myself an artist. This is the story of how I learned to believe in my creativity, and why I’m now...

Rebecca standing with a group of artists, sharing ideas and talking about the artwork they have created together.

The Shared Studio - Join my online community as...

I’ve been teaching art in person for a few years now, and I absolutely love it. There’s something really special about creating alongside other people. Sharing ideas, trying new things,...

The Shared Studio - Join my online community as...

I’ve been teaching art in person for a few years now, and I absolutely love it. There’s something really special about creating alongside other people. Sharing ideas, trying new things,...

Seeing It Finished: Why Framing Changes Everything

Seeing It Finished: Why Framing Changes Everything

What difference does framing really make? After mounting my first painting onto a wooden panel, I finally had it professionally framed—and the transformation was remarkable. Discover why presentation matters and...

Seeing It Finished: Why Framing Changes Everything

What difference does framing really make? After mounting my first painting onto a wooden panel, I finally had it professionally framed—and the transformation was remarkable. Discover why presentation matters and...

Original painting titled Scottish Pebbles, featuring layered textures and earthy tones inspired by Scottish pebbles, with subtle colours, light and shadow details.

The Story Behind Scottish Pebbles: Finding Insp...

Sometimes the most meaningful moments of inspiration arrive when we are not searching for them. Scottish Pebbles began with a quiet summer morning on my patio, a coffee in hand,...

The Story Behind Scottish Pebbles: Finding Insp...

Sometimes the most meaningful moments of inspiration arrive when we are not searching for them. Scottish Pebbles began with a quiet summer morning on my patio, a coffee in hand,...

Succulents arranged on a wooden oak table with a glass jar, providing natural inspiration for a sketchbook and mixed media workshop.

Nature-Inspired Sketchbook Workshops at Mayfiel...

Join me for relaxed, nature-inspired sketchbook workshops at Mayfield Garden Centre in Hampshire, easily accessible from Southampton and Winchester. These creative sessions focus on sketching, colour, and mixed media techniques,...

Nature-Inspired Sketchbook Workshops at Mayfiel...

Join me for relaxed, nature-inspired sketchbook workshops at Mayfield Garden Centre in Hampshire, easily accessible from Southampton and Winchester. These creative sessions focus on sketching, colour, and mixed media techniques,...

Why Every Artist Needs a Searchable Creative Archive

Why Every Artist Needs a Searchable Creative Ar...

As artists, we're constantly collecting ideas, notes, inspiration, and project details—but keeping everything organised and easy to find can be a challenge. In this article, I explore how I use...

Why Every Artist Needs a Searchable Creative Ar...

As artists, we're constantly collecting ideas, notes, inspiration, and project details—but keeping everything organised and easy to find can be a challenge. In this article, I explore how I use...