Andrew Torr won Jackson’s Art Prize 2024 with his oil painting Estate. Now a Guest Judge for 2025, he discusses transforming something unlovely into something beautiful, not being afraid of rejection, and how winning Jackson’s Art Prize is like winning the FA Cup.     Interview with Andrew Torr Josephine: Can you tell us a little bit about yourself and your artistic practice? Andrew: My name is Andrew Torr, I’m a painter and I won Jackson’s Art Prize 2024. My winning painting is a good indication of what it is that I’m interested in. I’m a figurative painter and I’m currently obsesse ..read more

Pigments are the building blocks of artist colours; they are chemical compounds that impart colour to paint by changing how it interacts with light. In this Guide to Pigments, we explore how pigments are made and what they are used for, some of the unique characteristics that affect the way that paint behaves, and why the Pigment Colour Index can help you get the most from your artist colours.      A Guide to Pigments Contents: 0:18 What is a Pigment? 1:13 The History of Pigments 4:26 The Difference Between Pigments and Dyes 7:17 Transparency and Opacity 10:57 Tinting Strength 13:57 ..read more

Cobalt Green was first introduced as an artist pigment at the beginning of the 19th century. However, it was not very popular among artists at the time, and it often continues to be overlooked in favour of brighter and less expensive green pigments. This article examines the three Cobalt Green pigments in use today and explores the unique characteristics they bring to modern artists’ palettes.     Cobalt Green: The Pigment Overlooked by the Impressionists   The History of Cobalt Green The first Cobalt Green pigment, a compound of zinc and cobalt oxides, was formulated in 1780 by ..read more

Artist Joshua Donkor is a Guest Judge for Jackson’s Art Prize 2025. His work uses portraiture as a tool to subvert monolithic portrayals of Black identity. In this interview, he discusses his process of creating layered portraits to capture intimate personal narratives, the exhibitions that have inspired him this past year, and why he believes it’s crucial for younger artists to get their work seen.   Guest Judges Anita Klein: Printmaker and painter, fellow and past president of the Royal Society of Painter Printmakers Anne Rothenstein: Artist represented by Stephen Friedman Gallery, RWA ..read more

Old Holland New Masters Classic Acrylic Paints have been developed with a high pigment concentration and a patented binding system, allowing each colour to display the unique characteristics of the individual pigment. In this Artist Review of the Month, Sheila Buggy shares her thoughts on the Quinacridone Fuchsia Acrylic paint that dries to a satin gloss and can be used for techniques ranging from thick impasto to ultra-thin glazing.     Artist Review of Old Holland Quinacridone Fuchsia Acrylic Paint by Sheila Buggy One of my guilty pleasures, which is similar to Holbein’s Quinacrido ..read more

Unga is a London-based mixed media artist, and founding member of Broken Fingaz, who for 20 years have been producing monumental-scale murals, sculpture, painting, installation, and animation. Here, Unga shares how the materials he uses allow for the immediacy of his sketchbook practice, some fascinating insights into his process, and Broken Fingaz perspective on collectivism in creativity.     Inside the Sketchbook of Unga from Broken Fingaz I like to use small sketchbooks because they fit in my pouch and I take them everywhere. I go through them very quickly, so I don’t like fancy ..read more

Curator, art advisor, and Director of Affordable Art Fair UK, Hugo Barclay is a Guest Judge for Jackson’s Art Prize 2025. With an acute understanding of the gallery ecosystem, he is particularly passionate about nurturing living artists and the galleries supporting them. In this interview, he discusses his creative background, what made him choose his Judge’s Choice Award winner last year, and leaning into his instincts when looking through the entries.   Guest Judges Anita Klein: Printmaker and painter, fellow and past president of the Royal Society of Painter Printmakers Anne Rothenstei ..read more

The new Holbein Luminous Artists’ Watercolours are a playful addition to their range. The addition of these 12 new tubes to the collection of 208 colours gives artists the option to dip into fluorescent, vibrant colour, alongside their classic palettes. From painting the glowing lights of the city, to sunsets, and fantastical landscapes, the potential of these new colours will be enticing for any watercolour artist. I tested the new colours on black as well as white paper, tried mixing to make more muted shades, and experimented with some watercolour painting techniques.     A First ..read more

Articulating the themes in your art practice is a very useful tool – both for your own development and for communication with others. We’re going to explore the ways to identify the themes in your art, how to build a Library of Conversation, describe your art in different contexts, plus I’ll share tips on how to practice speaking and writing your Artist Statement.     Expert Advice on Articulating Your Art Practice   Identifying Your Themes The work you create will be so instinctive that you often don’t think about how to describe your art practice. But embodying the subjects, p ..read more

Curator, writer and lecturer Péjú Oshin is a Guest Judge for Jackson’s Art Prize 2025. Her work explores the intersection of art, style, and culture, with a focus on liminal theory and diasporic narratives. Oshin supports artists at various career stages, collaborating with emerging talents and cultural producers at institutions like Tate, Barbican, and Wellcome Collection.   Guest Judges Anita Klein: Printmaker and painter, fellow and past president of the Royal Society of Painter Printmakers Anne Rothenstein: Artist represented by Stephen Friedman Gallery, RWA Academician Péjú Oshin: Cu ..read more