Artist Profile - Diane Mathias
Last updated: 06 May 2008
Her love of painting goes back to her childhood days but it wasn't until her own children started school that
Diane Mathias from Henllan in Ceredigion became a full-time artist.
Examples of Diane's work...
Where do you work?:
The Diane Mathias Fine Art Studio, Henllan, Ceredigion.
How did you get started as an artist?
I have painted and experimented with other forms of arts and rafts since childhood, but only as a hobby until my youngest child started school in 1999.
How would you describe your work?
Landcsapes, Seascapes and Floral paintings in oils and soft pastels.
Do you draw inspiration from your local area?:
Yes. It is the most amazing place that we live in...most inspiring!
Where has your work been shown?:
I have exhibited widely throughout West Wales and also shown in London. My work is now in private collections in many countries around the world and also honored to have painted a landscape for His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall which was presented to them on their visit to St. Dogmaels in July 2003.
Do you have any exhibitions coming up?:
My work is currently being displayed at the Victoria Fearn Gallery, Rhwbina, Gwillwm Price,Son & daughters, Lampeter, Pendre Art, Cardigan, Origin Dyfed and the Waverley Gallery in Carmarthen.
My own Studio/ Gallery is now open 11am - 6pm daily (closed Sundays) in Henllan. I have suitable access for the disabled and everyone is welcome, including children.
I shall also have a display at the following events:
1st - 31st May at West Winds Crafts exhibition at Picton Castle, Pembs.
5th May at Craft Fair at the National Wool Museum of Wales, Drefach Felindre
24th - 29th May at Ceredigion Craft Makers exhibition at Llanerchaeron
31 May - 1 June at Ceredigion Arts and Craft Fair, Pafiliwn Bont, Pontrhydfendigaid
1 - 8 June at West Winds Crafts exhibition, Aberglasney, Carms.
7 - 8 June at Homes and Gardens Show, United Counties Show Ground Carmarthen.
28th June at Llandysul Food Fair
29th June at Lazy Sunday Market, Rhosygilwen Mansion, Cilgerran
26th July at Lampeter Food Festival, Lampeter University
16th-25th August at Cardigan Open Studios.
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Examples of Diane's work...Cardigan Open Studios...
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Annette Strauch, Machynlleth
Congratulations to have painted a landscape for His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall! I like Diane' painting of Aberaeron very much and the "Cumulus Nimbus".
Tue Feb 17 15:58:26 2009
Yorrie Richards. Nottingham
I visited Diane's studio while on holiday in Wales. She is one of the most talented artists I know. I actually bought a large print of one of her paintings whilst with her. Diane is also a lovely person to know and deserves every success.
Wed Aug 30 11:03:08 2006
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