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Gemma Hastilow

Based in the heart of the Cotswolds, I am an artist and art tutor dedicated to capturing the spirit of the landscape and its wildlife through my work.

With over 20 years of professional experience as an illustrator for national and local clients, I now bring this expertise to my teaching. My personal work is rooted in a deep passion for the natural world—a connection I share through immersive and mindful art classes in Winchcombe, Cheltenham, and the surrounding areas. Whether through drawing, painting, or printmaking, my goal is to help you find your creative voice in the beautiful landscape that surrounds us.

 

 

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Testimonials

Cheltenham Yoga

Gemma has been creating illustrations for us for over 10 years now. We gave her a brief and she matched it to a tee! We use them for our yoga flyers and on our website. They certainly catch the eye and every new image provokes wonderful reactions from our students! Thanks Gemma for your amazing designs. You are such a gifted artist! Chantal & Gareth

Pete Meloy

Life drawing was something I’d wanted to try for a long time. I’ve been attending Gemma’s life drawing classes for about three months and the difference in my drawings has been amazing. Gemma is always on hand to share guidance, explanations and short lessons on different techniques. A variety of materials and paper to use and a range of models from week-to-week means there’s always something new to do. Thoroughly enjoyable and recommended.

Steve Chutter

Gemma produced some fantastic work for me from my rather vague brief around creating some animated characters to support my sales consulting business.
Her ability to grasp what I was looking for, providing excellent suggestions and then producing the perfect solution is why I will return and would recommend her services to anyone looking for a top quality result.
Thank you Gemma!

Chrissy Perkins

Gemma hosts fantastic life drawing classes, I had wanted to do it for years and with a little Google search I found her wonderful class relaxed, professional, everything you need is there when you arrive. Gemma offers direction but everyone has a unique style and this is encouraged. The groups are always friendly, it feels very calm, the class gives me a break from my job and a focus in a meditative way. I highly recommend joining Gemma’s classes no matter if you have never drawn before or you’re an artist, you will love it

Gill Taylor

Thank you Gemma, I’m loving your art classes. I started with zero experience and ability and really enjoy the relaxed fun environment, sharing learning as we practice together. It’s a brilliant journey and you help us understand the importance of perspective, proportion and shading, using lots of different materials. I’m so happy and excited to see such a vast improvement in my efforts. Massive thanks