James Willis is a painter, writer and arts educator. He creates paintings that reflect his interest in locations and people, the expressive language of paint, and the effects of light and colour on his subjects. He has exhibited widely and his work is in both public and private collections. His arts education work provides inspiration for individuals, institutions and groups in the UK and abroad.
Spring is here! The new term has just started with all my regular classes and activities listed below. Summer School will be 27-31 July at Walsowrth COmmunity Centre, Hitchin. A week of for you to connect with other creative people for fun, creativity and learning.
The spring sunshine reveals the beauty of
our countryside and this year's bluebells
were exceptional. I couldn't resist an
attempt at painting them. Such an
impossible blue!!! But great fun too.
If you would like to know more about what's on offer or join in at any time please get in touch.
Also, below are some summer activities you might like to join in too. They are listed under the classes.
Drawing Café is on Monday from 10.30am -12, and Watercolour Tuesday is 10 am - 12. These 2 live Zoom classes are a great way to start the week and are recorded in case you miss any.
Masterpiece on a Monday returns where I explore great art works for an hour in the afternoon. This popular zoom lesson starts at 3pm.
For Wednesday Live classes in Watercolours (10 am - 12) and Oil Painting (1 -3.30pm) we continue at Hitchin Rugby Club, Old Hale Way, Hitchin
For full details and booking please use the contact page.
In October I am off to Sicily with Tuscany in the Frame for a painting trip exploring the stunning scenery and culture there. I would love you to join me for what will be an amazing experience. You can find full details here.
Summer School 2026 is a full week (or come for a day or two) learning, creating and discovering more about painting practice, drawing and working inside and out on location. (£150 per place - £35 for individual days.) For more information please get in touch.
Hitchin Festival Lecture - Images, Icons and Idols. 23 July 7.30pm at the British Schools Museum, Hitchin. An intersting, informative and sometimes amusing look at the way images have been used over the centuries.Tickets £10 via Hitchin Festiva Box Office/on the door.
Artists in Lectchworth Open Gardens Free event 28 June, Letchworth
Come and paint in a beautiful garden or visit the open gardens in the World's first Garden City. To take part please get in touch. Free event.
