My latest paintings include local coastal scenes as well as closeups of shells, seaweed and pebbles on the beach. I use watercolour, acrylic, oil and pastel for most of my work. Originally from Brechin, I graduated from Duncan of Jordanstone Art school in 1965, and took early retirement from teaching at Peterhead Academy eight years ago.
Louise M Hewitt, Fairway House, Memsie, Fraserburgh. AB43 7AN
Tel: 01346 541336
Email: w.hewitt@btinternet.com 

I deserted a career in dentistry to study Art. Fascinated by the richness of fabric and thread, during a Foundation year at Mansfield, I went on to study Embroidery and Textiles at the London College of Fashion. I have exhibited widely, with solo exhibitions in London and Glasgow, and Aberdeenshire, where I now live. My images combine embroidery and fabrics with other media, often gesso and paper. Recent inspiration has come from travels in Rajasthan.
Pippy McEwen, Auchanachie, Ruthven, Huntly. AB54 4SS
Tel: 01466 760742
Email: j.mcewen@tiscali.co.uk

My pictures reflect my appreciation and love of life and the landscape. My husband and I have farmed locally since 1980. I trained at the Slade in London and generally work in oils, which produce the best brilliancy and subtlety. You can see my work at www.julia-nicholson.com  Commissions accepted.
Julia Nicholson, Backhill of Carnousie, Netherdale; Turriff. AB53 4LJ
Tel: 01466 780445
Email: julianicholson@freeuk.com 

I trained at Gray's School of Art, Aberdeen, have taught Art and Design at Fraserburgh Academy, and more recently teach painting and drawing at evening classes and weekend workshops. My pictures are mainly of north east coastal subjects around Pennan and Crovie, but recent work has been inspired by the South of France and the villages of Collioure and Port Vendres. My website is www.joycetaylor.co.uk 
Email: joycie.t@btinternet.com

I am a graduate from Gray's in Aberdeen and currently run The Creative Retreat with my wife Carla, offering arts holidays in the charming coastal village of Gardenstown. My work draws from the landscape of the North East and also from deep within my imagination, expressed and explored in oils and pastels.

I have been painting and sculpting professionally for over 25 years, and my greatest influence and inspiration is the natural world. I work mainly in clay, bronze or stone aggregate, and my work has been shown in international events and in collections across Britain. I moved to the North East in 2003 with my young family for the quality of life, love of the landscape and sense of community.