Ali has some huge deadlines at the start of 2025 so she is closing to concentrate on some of them. You are welcome to email her if it is urgent and don't forget that she will be with you on Christmas Day via her YouTube channel for her special annual broadcast...

Across the world, this time of year can be unsettling and bring into sharp focus the elements of life that we all struggle with. For the last four years, Ali has shared a demonstration on the 25th of December to bring together those people who might feel alone, overwhelmed or a little bit lost and she will be repeating it again this year… but bigger and better than before. If you are on your own or feel isolated, there is no shame in feeling that way - you might be surrounded by people and still be experiencing that same sense. Therefore, Ali would like to invite you to be part of her creative community either live on the 25th or via catch-up at any time in the weeks after her broadcast. For more information on how you can take part, or encourage others, please search for her website 'Learning to Paint', her YouTube channel or tap on her bio and follow the links there... #dontbealone #christmasday #ChristmasDay2024 #creativecommunity #creativecommunity_ #creativefriendship #ATC #atc #atcard #atcswap #atccards

Have you still got a bit of shopping to do? We have lots of goodies at Learning to Paint and today is our last day of posting for the UK. Don't forget you can still buy gift vouchers or classes right up to the very last minute as they are delivered immediately to your inbox, perfect for the creative person in your life. #lastposting #lastpostingdates #lastpostingdatesforchristmas #creativeshopping #ThoughtfulGifts #thoughtfulgifts #creativegifts #learningtopaint #artworkshops #learningtopaintwithwatercolors #artworkshopsforadults #artmaterials #artmaterialshop #qualityartmaterials #familybusiness #familybusinessuk

Awesome last workshop of the year with incredible attendees exploring the possibilities of printmaking using a gelatine-style plate. Lots of layering, experimenting with the sensitivities required for successful prints and then a project to finish. Thanks to all who attended, it was great to have you with me for my last workshop of 2024. #gelli #gelliarts #gelliplate #gelliprint #gelliprints #gelliprinting #gelliplateprinting #onlineworkshops #learningtopaint

***THERE'S STILL TIME FOR US TO POST TO YOU!*** So many of the materials that Ali uses are available to purchase directly from her. We know that there are lots of businesses out there vying for your attention, let's face it, we are bombarded every day. So what's the difference when you buy directly from her? You are supporting a family business, she sources the stock, curates it on her website and her parents do the packing and posting. We care that you get what you want and we see every order come in so we can make sure that you are given very personal service. Let us know if there is something you want to see made available; we are always sourcing new products! Links to website on products or search for 'Learning to Paint with Alison C Board on Google' #selfemployedartists #selfemployedwomen #selfemployedlife #selfemployed #familybusinessuk #familybusinesses #familybusiness #consciousartist #qualityartmaterials #artmaterialshop #artmaterials #learningtopaint

The loss to #stormdarragh will be our gain in 2025! We are lucky that it did no harm to person, animal or property and for that I’m very thankful 🙏 #stormdebris #treedown #winter2025 #freefuel

So many of the materials that Ali uses are available to purchase directly from her. We know that there are lots of businesses out there vying for your attention, let's face it, we are bombarded every day. So what's the difference when you buy directly from her? You are supporting a family business, she sources the stock, curates it on her website and her parents do the packing and posting. We care that you get what you want and we see every order come in so we can make sure that you are given very personal service. Let us know if there is something you want to see made available; we are always sourcing new products! #selfemployedartists #selfemployedwomen #selfemployedlife #selfemployed #familybusinessuk #familybusinesses #familybusiness #consciousartist #qualityartmaterials #artmaterialshop #artmaterials #learningtopaint

***TECHNIQUE TUESDAY STARTS IN ONE HOUR ON YOUTUBE*** Would you like to join Ali LIVE on her YouTube channel and be part of the fun? She will be talking about tonal values and how to apply this knowledge to animal portraits. Not sure how to get there? Let's see if we can help: Live at 10:00 (UK): Find her YouTube channel by going to YouTube and searching for @aliboardartist in the search bar/magnifying glass and then selecting the 'Live' tab (it's in different places on different devices - keep going you will get there!) Catch Up: Pop over to her website www.learningtopaint.co.uk, select 'LTP Channel' in the menu and then the Technique Tuesday blog. Here you will also find lots of information about past broadcasts. It's all FREE, no charge for any of this information, all we ask is that you tell your creative friends and expand the creative community. #techniquetuesday‼️ #JoinUs #LearnToDraw #ArtSkills #ArtSkills #UnlockYourCreativity #LearnWithUs #CreativeLearning #JoinUs #artforall #arteveryday #learningtopaint #techniquetuesday #techniquetuesdays

***TECHNIQUE TUESDAY 3RD DECEMBER at 10:00 (UK TIME)*** Tonal values for animal portraits plus much more... Ali has had great fun in the past few weeks reading your responses to last month's TT and is thrilled she gets to answer your questions. So what can you expect from Technique Tuesday? TT aspires to do something Ali has never attempted before, it’s going to answer your art-related questions LIVE as they come in via the chat or email, and Ali will demonstrate and share her vast creative knowledge with you all…or failing that, suggest where you might find the answers! So join her on the 3rd for a ‘fly by the seat of her pants’ style Q and A and enjoy being part of a fun, inclusive and creative hour. Search for her on YouTube or click/tap on her bio to see a lovely link where you will find an index of where to find her. #techniquetuesday #techniquetuesdays #techniquetuesday‼️ #askalison #askali #youtubelivestream #youtubelive #mixedmedia #techniquetuesdays #techniquetuesday

On a scale of one to ridiculously exciting - I have news! I am honoured to have been invited by Arts University Bournemouth (AUB Academy) to be their new Level 1 Creative Art & Design tutor, starting in February 2025. This is a brand new course, delivered over 20 weeks that you can access no matter your skill level and gain a recognised qualification in the arts. Delivered in the evenings so you can maintain your current job or fit in with your usual daily schedule, it's open to anyone over 18. For more information search for aub.ac.uk/seg or get in touch with me and I can point you in the right direction. #creativestudies #ArtAndDesign #artanddesign #artanddesignstudent #creativeartanddesign #lifelonglearning #aub #AUB #aubacademy

I’m hoping that if I make enough visits to #royaloperaandballethouse then I’ll have tried every seat 🤣 So excited for this evenings performance of #maddaddam something very different and wonderful is about to happen 💜

Not sure what to buy the creative person in your life? Why not treat them to a gift voucher to get exactly what they need? They can be used to purchase tuition, materials, private lessons or art group membership...anything you find on my website. Follow the instructions in the video, click/tap on the link in my bio or search for 'Learning to Paint with Alison C Board' and you will find me. #learningtopaintwithgouache #arttutorials✏️🎨 #arttutorials #paintalong #learntopaintpastels #artprivatelessons #PrivateLesson #pastelpaintinglessons #familybusinessuk #familybusiness #artmaterials #artworkshopsforadults #watercolourart #learningtopaintwithwatercolors #learningtopaintwithacrylic #artworkshops #learningtopaint

So many things have happened in November! I can't quite believe that I have nearly reached the end of some major changes to my work, but the best news is that I can bring you more of what you love as we navigate our creative adventures together. I'd love it if you could join me in December, here's a handy graphic for your virtual noticeboard and if you would like to learn more, you can always sign up for my newsletter via the link in my bio... #allaboardartists #gelliplateprints #gelliplateart #gelliplateprinting #arttutorials #paintalong #datesforyourdiary #monthahead #selfemployedartists #selfemployedwomen #selfemployedlife #handmadeuk #familybusinessuk #dorsetartists #techniquetuesday #learningtopaint

You keep on blowing #stormbert, all my animals are tucked up safely and I will be here for the afternoon working on future projects… #storm #luckytobeinside #staysafeeveryone

A VERY different tutorial being filmed in the studio today, it’s all about the illustration…. #hotairballoon #hotairballoonart #mixedmediaart #learnathome

SNOW DAY! Not really, I work from home so it makes no difference at all, only that I will be spending most of it trying to keep everything fed and warm…stay safe everyone 😍❄️🥰 #snowday #stillgottawork #snowyhens #workingfromhome #studiolife

When lovely people are kind, generous and thoughtful…a surprise gift in the post today from someone who knows us too well 😍 #handmadefudge #surprisegift #kindness

In one hour Ali will share a new Tips & Tricks blog where you will see her create a simple pastel sketch of the aurora phenomenon, in line with her theme for November 'When winter comes'. If you watch via her popular YouTube channel when the video goes live at 10:00 (UK Time) you can also join her for a chat as she will be in the virtual room to answer any questions you might have, she'd love it if you could join her. Find her YouTube channel by searching @aliboardartist or using the links in her bio... #arttutorials✏️🎨 #arttutorials #askalison #askali #tipsandtricks #mixedmedia #artforall #learningtopaint

Tomorrow Ali will share a new Tips & Tricks blog where you will see her create a simple pastel sketch of the aurora phenomenon, in line with her theme for November 'When winter comes'. If you watch via her popular YouTube channel when the video goes live at 10:00 (UK Time) you can also join her for a chat as she will be in the virtual room to answer any questions you might have, she'd love it if you could join her. Find her YouTube channel by searching @aliboardartist or using the links in her bio... #arttutorials✏️🎨 #arttutorials #askalison #askali #tipsandtricks #mixedmedia #artforall #learningtopaint

Where to find Ali on social media

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