Anne Corless writes about art materials and techniques for magazines and blogs. Anne has also illustrated books, magazine articles and journals. Some examples are below.

Anne Corless teaches and demonstrates art on her travels in the role of Art Instructor and Artist In Residence with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines.

Based in her home studio in Lancashire, England, Anne Corless has enjoyed a varied career in the creative arts, working as an Artist (fine art) and Illustrator (specialising in medical, biosciences, scientific/ natural history illustration) and as a designer and writer. A qualified art instructor and Adobe Certified Educator, Anne also enjoys sharing her love of art, working in the roles of Artist in Residence, Guest Lecturer, Art Demonstrator and Art Instructor at events, on cruise ships, on art holidays and at conferences. With a strong interest in the natural world and wildlife conservation Anne enjoys going on art journeys around the world, creating art, film-making and writing about art and travel experiences. Some events/ activities are listed here.

Anne Corless has enjoyed a career as a medical artist / illustrator. She is a Registered Medical Illustrator and is on the Academy of Health Sciences Register accredited by the Professional Standards Authority. With a background in nursing and midwifery (Registered Nurse/ Registered Midwife), a B.A. (Hons) Degree in Design (specialising in scientific and natural history illustration) and a postgraduate qualification (MAA) in medical art she works with clients from around the world. Anne is a professional member of the Medical Artists Association (UK), the Association of Medical Illustrators (USA) and the Association of Illustrators (UK). Below are some examples of medical and biosciences art/ illustrations created.

"Behind my final artworks are rough sketches, colour studies, scribbled notes and reference photos from our travels. I enjoy exploring composition, creating value studies and working with colour. I work with many different types of media, from digital art to delicate watercolours and sometimes vast oil paintings. Sketchbook work is an important part of my creative process and there are always projects at different stages of development in the studio. Every now and then I find I create an artwork that takes on a special meaning to me, that I will never sell, reminding me how much feeling goes into being creative.

Exploring new creative projects for 2025/ 2026. It's fun to look through old sketchbooks to find inspiration!

Portraits from life drawn with pencil, charcoal or painted with watercolour or oils. The composition is designed using visual references such as drawing from life and artists own photography. Some examples are seen here.

"Being a Derwent Art Ambassador has given me the opportunity to share my love of art and interest in different art materials and techniques...especially using the wide range of Derwent art materials. I have enjoyed demonstrating and teaching art skills for Derwent at events and venues across the UK; a highlight is always returning to Patchings Art Festival. In recent years I have worked on projects such as live stream art demonstrations, videography and editing when collaborating with partners such as the National Trust and John Lewis and Partners. Below is a sample of some of my roles as Art Ambassador over the years." Anne Corless

Coming soon; the fun of watercolour painting!