These abstract drawings are created using oil pastel and pen. Usually these form the bases of many rocks which can be seen in my mixed media seascapes. 
Author: Eilidh Stewart
Eilidh Stewart grew up on the Hebridean island of North Uist. She studied fine art at the University of The Highlands and Islands where she obtained a BA (HONS) in Fine Art during 2013.
Dividing her time between painting and her career as an Art & Design teacher, Eilidh often travels around Scotlands Coastal villages and beaches in search of inspiration. Each piece begins as small locational sketches which often aim to capture the ever changing light as well as raw aspects of the sea.
Studies are later used as starting points to develop oil paintings, where the varied application of layered textures creates a feeling of depth, whilst reflecting the sea’s movements. Collage and mono printing combine to build up the natural variation of surfaces found on rocks which surround the Scottish Coasts.
Eigg Studies
These small water colour and pen sketches were created on a recent visit to the Island of Eigg during my October holidays. I spent two days exploring the natural beauty of Laig Bay. 
Spring Sketches
Collage Rocks
Mountain Sketches
A series of sketches and photographs examine the surfaces of mountains when covered with snow. Using a variety of mark making and mixed media to explore how lines and textures create fascinating structures which are only apparent when snow is present. These are small sketches using graphite and paint, created on location. 
Winter Sketching
Highlands Sketching
Summer Sketchbook
