Paula Dunn Artist

I draw on feelings and memories of place, the weather and its impacts plays a significant part in my work.

New gallery

I am now represented by Lion Street gallery in Hay on Wye and they have a new collection of work

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New online course

Step inside the studio for a behind-the-scenes journey from first mark to finished surface, and experience painting as it truly unfolds

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Wuthering Heights

This exhibition at the Saltbox Gallery in Helmsley continues until 30 March.

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It's here!

Now available, Atmospheric Landscapes: Using Oils and Cold Wax reveals how I capture the shifting moods of the land through texture, light, and intuitive mark-making.

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I was so excited to take this online course and it didn’t disappoint! I can't wait to dive into my own creations! Thank you Paula for sharing your experience and expertise, I really appreciate and enjoyed the course. Isabelle, Canada

I thoroughly enjoyed this workshop, it has completely changed how I use oil and cold wax. Paula's method of teaching is clear, concise and inspiring. I'm left hungry for more and look forward to the next! Vicki, Portugal

Wonderful for those that like working with CW and creating subtle effects for atmospheric landscapes. I have taken other CW workshops with many techniques but this video had many wonderful additional tips I am looking forward to trying to create subtle effects I have been trying to achieve. Stephanie, USA

Latest Blog Post

Nov 12, 2025

The book I never planned to write

A behind-the-scenes look at how Atmospheric Landscapes: Using Oils and Cold Wax came to life — from the first unexpected email to the final printed book. This series shares the messy, surprising, and rewarding process of turning years of painting experience into words on a page.