‘The ocean stirs the heart, inspires the imagination and brings eternal joy to the soul’
Wyland

An Artist Afloat

Andrea England

Water holds an enormous fascination for me. I can spend hours watching how it flows and changes colour, pondering what wonders swim in its hidden depths. Since I was young, I have felt the pull of the sea, which inspired me to learn to dive, to sail and finally to paint.

Living aboard a 36’ sailboat with my husband means I’m never short of inspiration. Island Prism has carried Jim and I from New Zealand to South East Asia and across the Pacific Ocean to Canada.

Creating in my floating studio, I use the flowing nature of watercolours to reflect the spirit and nature of wind and waves. Rippling white lines of untouched paper give my paintings a sense of life, light and movement as I explore the wonders of the ocean and its inhabitants.

Learn the Art of Watercolours

Watercolours are a wonderful medium to paint with, but sometimes it can feel like brushes, paint and paper are teaming up against you...

I’ve put together a free twenty page resource guide to help you learn more about the essential tools for watercolour painting. Discover why different papers behave in different ways, learn handy palette hacks and useful tips for choosing a brush that will be your new Best Friend Forever.

You’ll also receive my newsletter for creative souls, with techniques and tips plus news of upcoming courses.

Watercolours Inspired By The Sea

Introducing The Wild Pacific Collection

Join me for an exploration of the Wild Pacific Trail, where tumbling ocean swells meet a rugged, rocky coastline. Flowing watercolours capture the vitality and constant motion of rushing waves and wind- tossed trees. Atmospheric hues conjure the tang of salt and fragrances of moss and cedar. Unplug from the world for a while, pour a glass of your favourite beverage and take time to explore the Wild Pacific Collection.

​​Original Watercolours, Giclee Prints and Greeting Cards

Take yourself to the ocean.  Flowing lines meet the vibrant jewel tones of the Pacific Northwest.

Learn to Paint Beautiful Coastlines in Watercolour

Coming in late June- an online course that will guide the beginning artist through everything you need to know to paint vibrant watercolour coastlines filled with rich, natural colours and a sense of vitality.

Learn to create trees that feel full of movement, and say goodbye to flat, muddy, lifeless landscapes. Explore step-by-step techniques to create atmospheric seas and skies.

Transform your photos into mesmerising paintings by developing core skills you can also carry into the great outdoors. 

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Upcoming Exhibitions

Three of my West Coast paintings are showing in the Annual International Mail Art Exhibition at the Federation Gallery in Vancouver. The exhibition opens on 25 May 2020, and you can view the show online here.

You can find my art at the Federation of Canadian Artists on Granville Island, Vancouver, South Shore Gallery in Sooke, Pacific Arts Market on Broadway, Vancouver and Willow and Wallflower in Port Moody.


You’re also invited to visit my gallery pages and relax with some of my favourite watercolours from the last couple of years!