C&D Fine Art

C&D Fine Art Fine Art Publisher The company represents some of the UK's leading wildlife and contemporary artists.

Based on the edge of the New Forest, C&D Fine Art is an art publishing business, producing and selling a wide range of prints, and original artworks. Copyright of images belongs to the individual artist and C&D Fine Art Ltd.

Head to Hinckley Framers in Leicestershire to find some of Anthony Dobson's fabulous artwork 👍
12/12/2024

Head to Hinckley Framers in Leicestershire to find some of Anthony Dobson's fabulous artwork 👍

We've had a little reshuffle...You may have noticed a little less activity on our pages of late. This is due to a slight...
04/12/2024

We've had a little reshuffle...

You may have noticed a little less activity on our pages of late. This is due to a slight change in the Collier & Dobson company structure.

Instead of representing all three departments of publishing, retail, and interiors under the one 'Collier & Dobson' umbrella, the business has now split into two parts:

C&D Fine Art will now represent the publishing side for our trade customers, and Collier & Dobson Ltd will retain the Gallery and Interiors side for our retail customers.

Going forward, this page (along with our other social channels) will focus on C&D Fine Art Publishing. So if you are one of our trade customers, an artist, or just interested in the art sector, stay with us for news of our latest releases, trade news, and publishing information.

If you are one of our valued retail customers, we would love for you to continue following us too, to see all the latest additions to the C&D Fine Art portfolio along with stockist information and, of course, you can still browse and buy from the extensive Collier & Dobson collection of artwork at their same online gallery, www.collierdobson.com...or by visiting the Fordingingbridge gallery, if you prefer to browse your art irl!

We're very excited about this new direction, and hope you will be too 😁

A History of Pigments in Art - RED ❤️Minerals naturally occurring in the soil have been used to generate a range of warm...
11/09/2024

A History of Pigments in Art - RED ❤️

Minerals naturally occurring in the soil have been used to generate a range of warm hues - earth pigments like yellow and red ochre - since prehistoric times. The vibrant and distinctive red of vermilion is believed to date back to 5000 BCE when the Ancient Chinese developed an extraction process involving the mineral cinnabar. Cinnabar is a form of mercury sulphide and a side product of the mining of mercury, which made it both expensive and dangerous, and a great many miners of the ore lost their lives during its unearthing.

China red, as vermilion became known, was nonetheless used extensively in Chinese culture and, due to high demand, in the 4th century the Chinese made a synthetic vermilion from mercury and sulphur - the method of which was later documented in Persian alchemist Jaber ibn Hayyan’s 8th century recipe book of colours. This testimony led to the process being widely used in Europe. During the 4th and 5th century, the Romans revered vermilion and used it to paint statues and frescoes, and even covered the faces of victors with vermilion powder in celebration of their triumphs. At the time, it was as expensive as gold, and was often mixed with cheaper red pigments to increase profitability.

Vermilion was widely used during the 9th century onwards by manuscript illuminators, and European painters, and later became popular amongst the 19th century Impressionists like Georges Seurat and Vincent Van Gogh for its fiery opacity. During the 20th century, however, vermilion lost favour within the art world due to its cost and toxicity and cadmium red became a comparable substitute for its bold colour and opacity. The journey to cadmium red began when a German chemist discovered the new element cadmium in 1817, and it was later developed into cadmium red in 1910, when it became commercially available. Head over to our online gallery to find artwork by contemporary artists Jo Quigley, Josie Appleby, Bev Horsley, Chris Ross Williamson, and Ilse Michielsen enthusiastically making use of this vibrant and eyecatching colour:
https://www.collierdobson.com/

A History of Colours in Art - PART 2 In Part 1 of A History of Colours in Art we looked at the origins of colour m...
10/09/2024

A History of Colours in Art - PART 2

In Part 1 of A History of Colours in Art we looked at the origins of colour manufacture and, in particular, the development of earth colours pigments, as well as red and white. In part 2, we continue to look at more pigments in some detail:

BLUE

In around 4000 BCE, and the Ancient Egyptians began a significant transformation in colour manufacture and synthesis. They sought to generate a more vivid and varied palette of colours with which to paint, and were particularly enamoured with the semi-precious blue stone - lapis lazuli - which they imported from Afghanistan at great expense to be used in fine jewellery, and headdresses.

Because of blue’s rarity in nature (it is not found in the soil) early mankind had no access to blue pigment. The Ancient Egyptians, however, changed that. As well as sourcing pigments from minerals like iron, copper, and cobalt, they experimented with mixing minerals and applying heat to create a completely new hue. In around 2200 BCE they combined ground limestone with sand and another copper-containing mineral (azurite or malachite) to create their own light blue pigment, know as Egyptian blue (or cuprorivaite)…and propelled the evolution of colour in art.

They used this neoteric colour to decorate the tombs of the pharaohs, as well as to paint statues and ceramics, and it was held in such high regard that it was used for thousands of years, throughout the Roman Empire, and right up until 395 AD. At that time, it then temporarily disappeared from cultural use following the decline of the empire, and as new methods of colour manufacture began.

READ THE FULL ARTICLE on our blog: https://www.collierdobson.com/blogs/news/a-history-of-colours-in-art-part-2

A History of Pigments in Art - WHITE 🤍 White was one of the first pigments used in art, and the Lascaux Caves in Fr...
06/09/2024

A History of Pigments in Art - WHITE 🤍

White was one of the first pigments used in art, and the Lascaux Caves in France are probably the most well known early paintings which make use of white pigments (from ground calcite and chalk). However, it was the emergence of new techniques in Ancient Greece that made arguably the most significant contribution to the widespread use of the pigment in the form of lead white.

This pigment is said to have first been synthesised in the 4th century BCE Greece, although some art historians say that it was actually in 7th century BCE China that the earliest known example of man-made lead white was found. In any case, from the 5th century BCE it was being produced in enormous quantities in Greece, and soon after by Egyptian and Roman craftsmen.

In 1834 fine art paint company Winsor and Newton introduced a new white watercolour pigment to the market - Chinese white. Named after a popular type of porcelain of the time, this calcine zinc oxide was a development of the earlier produced zinc white, and was denser and more opaque than other whites on the market. It became hugely popular due to its reliability, ease of use, and affordability, and even gained the seal of approval from acclaimed scientist Michael Faraday, who was adviser for the National Gallery, aiding with the conservation of its art collection.

At the birth of the 20th century, experiments were being made with the metal titanium dioxide as a potential white pigment. By the 1930s, the result of this exploration - Titanium white - had become the most widely used white pigment in both the American and European markets. Titanium white was the brightest and most opaque white ever made, and had a far greater tinting strength than both lead white and zinc white, albeit with a longer drying time and cooler tone.

Check out the collection of limited edition prints and original paintings by contemporary artists Sam Toft, Gary Walton, Anthony Dobson, Chris Ross Williamson, and Josie Appleby who are still embracing the highlighting attributes of this versatile pigment: https://www.collierdobson.com/

From today until 8th September we will be exhibiting at Burghley Horse Trials 🏇 We would love to see you visit our stand...
05/09/2024

From today until 8th September we will be exhibiting at Burghley Horse Trials 🏇

We would love to see you visit our stand and take the opportunity to view our wonderful selection of Original Paintings and Drawings, Sculpture and Limited Edition Prints at this world class equestrian event.

Check out our 'Shows and Events' page on our website for more information about this and other events coming up this year: https://www.collierdobson.com/pages/shows-events

FREE Limited Edition Print... Can't decide whether to buy a Sam Toft original, or a Sam Toft Limited Edition Print? Now ...
04/09/2024

FREE Limited Edition Print...

Can't decide whether to buy a Sam Toft original, or a Sam Toft Limited Edition Print? Now you can have both.

When you buy her wonderfully narrative and colourful original painting 'On a Street Where You Live' you will also get one of her limited edition prints absolutely FREE.

You can choose whichever one you would like to receive from any of her prints currently available on our website - we will even provide it framed so it is ready to hang straight away.

Head over to our online gallery now to get your hands on two fabulous pieces of artwork: https://www.collierdobson.com/products/on-a-street-where-you-live-original

A History of Colours in Art - Part 1 From prehistoric to contemporary times, colour has been a central element in a...
03/09/2024

A History of Colours in Art - Part 1

From prehistoric to contemporary times, colour has been a central element in art, and performs not only an aesthetic function, but also serves to convey emotions, and even acts as a symbol of societal evolution.

But where does the colour that we see in paintings come from? Coloured paint is created when natural or artificial pigments (finely milled substances) are combined with a medium or binding agent. Pigments of natural origin can be either mineral (earth and rocks) or organic (vegetable or animal), whereas artificial pigments are created through a process of chemical reactions.

Throughout history, painters have used the materials which were available to them, for reasons including environmental influence, geographical location, economic scarcity or abundance, financial restrictions, physical capability, and scientific and technological advances, to name just a few.

In prehistoric times, painters used pigments that were found in close proximity to their settlements: earth pigments like yellow ochre, red ochre, black, and white. These came from naturally occurring minerals such as finely ground rocks, chalk, and charcoal from the fire. They were mixed with water to allow the pigment to be painted onto a surface using tools, fingers, or even sprayed from the mouth. The naturally occurring hues that were available at the time mean that cave paintings are discernible by their restricted and rustic colour palette of reds, yellows and browns.

READ THE FULL ARTICLE on our blog: https://www.collierdobson.com/blogs/news/a-history-of-colours-in-art-part-1

30/08/2024

Artist Q&A with Rosa Sepple 🎨

QUESTION 5 Do you think art helps you in other area of your life?

"Definitely! I find it very therapeutic and lose myself when I am painting. Painting makes me happy, takes me to a carefree world, forgetting any worries I may have. The added bonus is that my paintings make people smile. "

Read all 5 questions and answers on our blog:https://www.collierdobson.com/blogs/news/artist-q-a-with-rosa-sepple

29/08/2024

Artist Q&A with Rosa Sepple 🎨

QUESTION 4 How do you define success as an artist?

"This is a difficult one. If you did a survey and asked many artists this question, I imagine you would have lots of different answers. For me, success is connecting with people who like my work, being on the same wavelength. I love listening to their story when they look into my paintings".

Read all 5 questions and answers on our blog:https://www.collierdobson.com/blogs/news/artist-q-a-with-rosa-sepple

28/08/2024

Artist Q&A with Rosa Sepple 🎨

QUESTION 3 What motivates you to create?
"I am constantly trying to create a painting that I am so proud of that I don’t want to part
with it. Easy question, I want to create an amazing work of art. You are only as good as your next painting”

Read all 5 questions and answers on our blog:https://www.collierdobson.com/blogs/news/artist-q-a-with-rosa-sepple

27/08/2024

Artist Q&A with Rosa Sepple 🎨

QUESTION 2 Has your style or preferred medium changed over time?

‘Yes! My style has changed and is always evolving. Edgar Degas once said “Painting is very easy when you don’t know how, but very difficult when you do” This is so true, I am always experimenting and learning new ways of applying paint, therefore my work has changed and I expect it always will.

Read all 5 questions and answers on our blog:https://www.collierdobson.com/blogs/news/artist-q-a-with-rosa-sepple

26/08/2024

Artist Q&A with Rosa Sepple 🎨

QUESTION 1 Who or what are your biggest artistic influences?
‘I am not particularly influenced by any artist, but I do admire lots of artists. In the past I
have been compared with Marc Chagall for my floating people and John Piper for some of
my landscapes, I’ll take that. My inspiration comes from everyday situations, life! I paint
everything that I am attracted to, mainly people and landscapes mostly from memory.
Painting makes me happy, takes me to a carefree world, forgetting any worries I may have. The added bonus is that my paintings make people smile’. Read all 5 questions and answers on our blog: https://buff.ly/4cV6SIq

22/08/2024

In two weeks time we will be exhibiting at the Defender Burghley Horse Trials , Linconshire from 5th - 8th September 🏇

This highly regarded equestrian event has more than 600 carefully selected exhibitors, and an average of 80 of the world’s top competitors.

Visit our stand and take the opportunity to view our wonderful selection of Original Paintings and Drawings, Sculpture and Limited Edition Prints.

Check out our Shows and Events page on our website for more information about this and other upcoming events: https://www.collierdobson.com/pages/shows-events

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm

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Artist Q&A with Rosa Sepple 🎨 QUESTION 5 Do you think art helps you in other area of your life? "Definitely! I find it very therapeutic and lose myself when I am painting. Painting makes me happy, takes me to a carefree world, forgetting any worries I may have. The added bonus is that my paintings make people smile. " Read all 5 questions and answers on our blog:https://www.collierdobson.com/blogs/news/artist-q-a-with-rosa-sepple

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Artist Q&A with Rosa Sepple 🎨 QUESTION 4 How do you define success as an artist? "This is a difficult one. If you did a survey and asked many artists this question, I imagine you would have lots of different answers. For me, success is connecting with people who like my work, being on the same wavelength. I love listening to their story when they look into my paintings". Read all 5 questions and answers on our blog:https://www.collierdobson.com/blogs/news/artist-q-a-with-rosa-sepple

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Artist Q&A with Rosa Sepple 🎨 QUESTION 3 What motivates you to create? "I am constantly trying to create a painting that I am so proud of that I don’t want to part with it. Easy question, I want to create an amazing work of art. You are only as good as your next painting” Read all 5 questions and answers on our blog:https://www.collierdobson.com/blogs/news/artist-q-a-with-rosa-sepple

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Artist Q&A with Rosa Sepple 🎨 QUESTION 2 Has your style or preferred medium changed over time? ‘Yes! My style has changed and is always evolving. Edgar Degas once said “Painting is very easy when you don’t know how, but very difficult when you do” This is so true, I am always experimenting and learning new ways of applying paint, therefore my work has changed and I expect it always will. Read all 5 questions and answers on our blog:https://www.collierdobson.com/blogs/news/artist-q-a-with-rosa-sepple

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Artist Q&A with Rosa Sepple 🎨 QUESTION 1 Who or what are your biggest artistic influences? ‘I am not particularly influenced by any artist, but I do admire lots of artists. In the past I have been compared with Marc Chagall for my floating people and John Piper for some of my landscapes, I’ll take that. My inspiration comes from everyday situations, life! I paint everything that I am attracted to, mainly people and landscapes mostly from memory. Painting makes me happy, takes me to a carefree world, forgetting any worries I may have. The added bonus is that my paintings make people smile’. Read all 5 questions and answers on our blog: https://buff.ly/4cV6SIq

In two weeks time we will be exhibiting at the Defender Burghley Horse Trials , Linconshire from 5th - 8th September 🏇 This highly regarded equestrian event has more than 600 carefully selected exhibitors, and an average of 80 of the world’s top competitors. Visit our stand and take the opportunity to view our wonderful selection of Original Paintings and Drawings, Sculpture and Limited Edition Prints. Check out our Shows and Events page on our website for more information about this and other upcoming events: https://www.collierdobson.com/pages/shows-events

Meet the Artist - Gary Walton 🎨 Since we welcomed Gary Walton to the Collier & Dobson fold in late 2019 - at the Birmingham NEC Autumnfair - his beautiful collection of Fine art prints have become a monumental hit. With the brand new collection of limited edition prints, launched earlier this Summer, proving just as popular, why not find out a little more about the creator of this stunning collection? Depicting dreamy landscapes and fantastical scenes in his own unique personal style, of his work, Gary says: "After being given an opportunity to explore and pursue my artistic skills I wanted to be different from all the other artists, so started to develop my own unique personal style. It’s very whimsical, romantic and happy; quirky, two-dimensional with a slight intriguing air of fantasy combined with a twist of reality within." READ THE FULL ARTICLE on our blog: https://www.collierdobson.com/blogs/news/meet-the-artist-gary-walton

🥰 Do you ever wonder what other people have to say about your favourite artist? We have put together a collection of just a few of the lovely things our customers and fans of marinelife artist Giles Ward have been saying. "really love the colour palette" "the texture is brilliant" "I love the vibrant colours in the scales" "so inspiring... i adore this" Check out the collections from this artist on our online gallery...and see if you agree: https://www.collierdobson.com/collections/giles-ward

'Another Lovely Summer's Day', peppered with raindrops? ☔️ This painfully apt and beautifully executed limited edition fine art print from Sam Toft should brighten your day, even if the great British weather doesn't! Head over to our online gallery to find 'Another Lovely Summer's Day' along with Sam's full collection: https://www.collierdobson.com/collections/sam-toft

😍 We love making our customers happy...and it's so nice to hear from you when we do: "We were very impressed with our dealings with all staff at Collier and Dobson. Efficient, polite and helpful. Philip was amazing coming to the house and hanging our purchases, helping us with valuable guidance too. Thank you!" If you have some great feedback, we'd love to hear from you. Why not leave a review on Google: https://g.page/r/CWsGDwzV651QEBI/review Head over to our online gallery or pay us a visit in our pretty riverside town of Fordingbridge where a warm welcome awaits: https://www.collierdobson.com/pages/visit-us

Dappled Lion by Jake Winkle is a picture perfect tribute to #WildCatMonth 🦁 This wonderfully wild composition features a majestic lion study portrayed in a rainbow of colours. Head over to our online gallery to find this an lots of other wildlife themed artwork from award-winning Dorset artist Jake Winkle: https://www.collierdobson.com/collections/jake-winkle

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Based on the edge of the New Forest, Collier & Dobson is a family art business founded over 45 years ago, selling a wide range of prints, original artworks and sculpture. The company represents some of the UK's leading wildlife and equestrian artists and now incorporates two large galleries alongside a modern sculpture garden. The Gallery and Sculpture Garden is open Fridays & Saturdays 9am - 5pm and all other times by appointment. The main office is open Mon-Friday 9,00am-5.30pm. Copyright of images belongs to the individual artist and Collier & Dobson limited.