Anna Martin is an artist, life coach and trainer. She combines these skills to teach art and organise creativity workshops for small groups, in which there is a focus on self expression and personal development.
Anna originally trained as a designer, even though as a child she was encouraged to paint and express her creative self. Anna started her career at the Chelsea School of Art. There she became interested in Graphic Design and decided to study at Parsons School of Design in New York, where she completed her degree in Graphic Design.
"It was a wonderful time and I thank you heartily for all your patience and valuable guidance. The whole experience was fun and truly life changing. I couldn't wait to get home and begin painting with all these fresh ideas." Judy Jeanson, September 2010
"Anna's free style was liberating for starter and experienced artist alike"
This was then followed by nearly 10 years of work in both Madrid and London in the fields of advertising and publishing. Whilst this was interesting and challenging she had a desire to return to her roots and focus on painting. For the last five years she has been working as a commercial artist where she undertakes commissions for individuals and companies as well as exhibiting in galleries.
"I enjoyed everything. I enjoyed having a go at new painting techniques, learning interesting cultural details, seeing the range of villages etc. Anna has a great story telling gift and her Spanish cultural heritage really enhanced the experience." Penny Fields, April 2010
"Anna’s very supportive tuition was excellent and provided an excellent stimulus to paint in acrylics and try new techniques. Thanks for helping me to achieve my objectives and particularly to have a wonderful, action packed but relaxed holiday in a very attractive part of Spain." Dave Austin, September 2009
Anna's work therefore is about expressing colour, emotion, rhythm and dynamics. Her subjects are varied as this keeps the creative momentum going and her paintings vary from abstract to expressionist.
Her art is driven by a need to constantly explore new perceptions in representation and this lends itself to her ever evolving style and approach. Her work is inspired by continuous travel, with a particular attraction to Southern Spain. Anna believes that creating art is a form of self expression.
Whatever your perceived ability in art you can tap into your creative source and it is the process of doing art, not just the end result which is rewarding. Anna will focus on giving you the tools to not only draw and interpret images for painting but also to eliminate creative blocks and draw out your own unique style and inspiration.
