Hi, I need a paint pal! I'm in the West Yorkshire area and love all kinds of mediums but just cannot master watercolours. I usually work in acrylics or oils, particularly Alkyds. I'm getting on a bit but would love to talk to anybody, especially dog lovers!

Hi June I started an art class 2 years ago and I found that I was good at pastel portraits so I have stuck with that at the moment. I also love dogs, I have 3 Patterdale Terriers - Mum, Sally and two of her pups Jess and Bandit. I would love a paint pal so if you are interested please reply. Diana

Hi June and Diana, Before I saw Diana's reply I was going to suggest pastels. The pencils can be used on your lap! I also loe dogs and try very hard on animal pictures which are getting better. Funnily enough we had two Patterdale cross dogs which we lost 18 months ago, we have been looking for the same type again as they were wonderful. Are you both in touch still? Jenny

Hi Jenny, I never received a reply from June but if you would like to be paint pals that would be great. I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your dogs and I hope you manage to find a new dog/s soon. I did a pastel portrait of Sally last year which I framed and put up on the wall and now I am trying to get good photo's of Jess and Bandit so I can draw them too. I would love to hear more about you, my email address is ringos1st@yahoo.co.uk. Diana

Hya Jenny I live in leeds I paint in all mediums.I have 2 dogs and 2 cats I love painting animals .I will try any new art projects .I am unable to get out anymore and miss talking to my artist friends if you would like to email me my email is diane.stringer@hotmail.co.uk regards Diane