Our Members

(in alphabetical order)

Liz Elsworth

Pastel, Acrylics, Oil & Watercolour Artist

I have always been drawn to creative arts and crafts, from crochet and sewing to a wide range of needle crafts, often using online resources to learn new skills.

I began my painting journey with watercolours before discovering acrylics, and after joining the Art Society in 2015 I was quickly inspired by workshops and demonstrations to explore many different media and styles.

In recent years I have mainly worked in watercolours, pastels and oils, yet I continue to learn something new at every meeting.

Being part of the society has been both inspiring and rewarding, offering the opportunity to grow creatively within a friendly, supportive community of like-minded artists.

Contact

Website: https://lizjartwork.etsy.com

Email: Lizjart1@gmail.com

Elizabeth Elsworth Caerphilly Art Society

Aga Szczuka

Pastel Artist

I joined Caerphilly Art Society in 2022, and it has played a huge part in my development as an artist. Through the encouragement and inspiration I found there, I opened myself up to new media, started working with acrylics and watercolour, and ultimately discovered my love for pastels.

My work is centred on animals, with a focus on capturing their character and presence rather than just their appearance. I have recently moved from realistic portrait work towards a more abstract style, which has allowed me to explore feeling, movement and atmosphere more freely. I work mainly with soft pastels and pastel pencils, and my pieces often develop intuitively, aiming to reflect the essence and inner life of each animal.

Without the society, I genuinely don’t think I would be where I am today, or have had the confidence to push myself to try new things.