Ann Witheridge of London Fine Art Studios looks at relationship between the artist and their materials, arguing that the more one works, the less art is about the subject matter or the final product; indeed the deeper the relationship an artist has with their artwork, the more it is about the art materials and the creative process.   Words by Ann Witheridge The more I teach and practice my craft, the more I realise that the most important aspect and the one that gives me the greatest joy is the creative process itself and the understanding and mastering the tools we use; The relationship between the artist and their materials. As with a musician, knowing your instrument is key. I have spent many years practising and teaching drawing and oil painting. When I work with a different medium, I still have the visual knowledge of values, colour, form and this helps reduce the complications of a new medium. Recently I have been working with clay and glazes and though there is much to learn, the knowledge acquired using drawing materials and oils is still so relevant.     The History of the Word ‘Art’ Interestingly the word Art comes from … Continue reading The Relationship Between the Artist and Their Materials