Alison Rowland Art
Visual artist, gouache and watercolour.
Original artwork, prints, and cards. Commissions by arrangement.
Upcoming Events
Join me at upcoming events, from community gatherings and local art groups to exhibitions in the pretty Peak District.
Chinley Creative Circle
2.00-4.30pm
at Chinley Chapel Sunday School building
on the last Wednesday of each month
FREE art class
Friendly group, all abilities
Hope Valley Art Trail by Rail
Art exhibition
at Chinley WI Hall
26-27 September 2026
Visit https://hopevalleyclimateaction.org.uk/
for free tickets and details of
all the venues on the trail
See you there!
Watch this space for more details of upcoming events and exhibitions
About
A Creative Journey
I’ve loved drawing and painting for as long as I can remember. As a child, I was happiest with a pencil or paintbrush in hand, and that love of creativity eventually led me to study Graphic Design at the University of Lancaster.
My working life took me in a different direction, through newspaper editorial, book publishing and, later, working as a PA. But my passion for art never went away.
Today, I’m delighted to have found my way back to creativity. Alongside my part-time work in the theatre industry, I spend my time painting and creating from my studio in the beautiful Peak District. I’m also lucky to collaborate with other artists on local community projects, sharing ideas and discovering new ways to connect with people through art.
For me, painting is about the simple joy of creating, noticing the beauty in everyday life, and always having something new to learn and explore. It feels wonderful to have come full circle and be doing what I’ve always loved.
Inspiration
My studio is based in the Peak District, where I am blessed to have wonderful views of the surrounding countryside. Landscape painting is my true passion, and I relish the challenge of capturing each season, from the vibrant hues of spring to the rich, earthy tones of autumn.
When it comes to my artistic style, I'm undeniably a details person, and my work reflects this. My favourite medium is gouache, a versatile paint that enables me to bring my intricate visions to life.
I also have a fondness for sketching, often using pen and watercolour, making it an ideal choice for plein air work.
This cheeky little watercolour sketch was created whilst on a fabulous holiday in St Vincent and the Grenadines.
I love taking photographs and I am never without a camera! Each year I produce a photo calendar of the local area, which has proved to be very popular - 2027 calendar coming soon!
View my work
I hope you will enjoy viewing some of my work by visiting the Gallery sections. If you are searching for that perfect gift,
a quality print for your home, greeting cards, or a calendar
then I encourage you to visit my online 'shop'.
Should you have any questions, seek a private commission,
or simply want to say hello, please don't hesitate to send me a message through the 'Contact' page, or email me direct at info@alisonrowlandart.co.uk
For more updates, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of my creative process, you can also find me on Facebook and Instagram.
Follow me there to stay connected.
I hope you enjoy the website and look forward to seeing you in person at upcoming events.
Latest news
In August, I was privileged to be invited to give a gouache painting demonstration in New Mills for Debby’s lovely art group.
We had such a wonderful time painting together, and it was fantastic to see everyone getting stuck in and creating some gorgeous artwork. A huge well done to everyone who took part — you should all be very proud of what you produced!
And a very special thank you for the beautiful flowers. They were such a thoughtful and generous surprise and very much appreciated. Thank you again, Debby, for inviting me. It was an absolute pleasure to spend the time with such a lovely group!