Welcome to Ann Whitfield Art


Ann is an artist living in Teesdale and has been a member of Teesdale Artists Network since it was formed in 2008. She exhibits regularly in the area and in her own studio, where work is permanently on display.

Ann Whitfield on Causey Pike


I live in Teesdale and draw my inspiration from the landscapes of the North Pennines and the Lake District. My response is as much emotional as visual. It has been said that my pictures are full of joy, and it is this sense of sheer delight that I wish to share.

Although my use of colours and textures tends towards the abstract, my work is landscape based, and comes back to a deep love of the hills and moors. It gives me great pleasure that it is often bought by people who know the landscape well, because they live there, or are walkers or climbers, visiting regularly.

I love the unique qualities of acrylic paints, and like to build up layers of clear, bright colours on a textured base using a palette knife. I use reference materials such as sketches made on location and my own photographs, but also rely on memory and make further drawings before embarking on a painting. I sometimes incorporate collage to build up textures and create highlights as the painting progresses. Other media are often incorporated, most often charcoal and soft or oil pastels.

The result is work which has been described as 'brave, risky' and 'speaking with a strong personal voice'. I hope that you will enjoy looking at my pictures. If you wish to see more please do not hesitate to contact me.



Teesdale Artists Network