\n Kamil Woj, a painter based in the New Forest, set up his canvas in the Lower Gardens on April 20 and completed an entire artwork on-site using his signature \u2018alla prima\u2019 technique.\n<\/p>\n
\n Kamil said: “I do technique called alla prima which means direct paintings.\n<\/p>\n
\n “I always compare it as like a good meal. It’s a good chance to express yourself on canvas.\n<\/p>\n
\n “I feel very, very relaxing now while I paint.”\n<\/p>\n
\n The artist works exclusively in oils and prefers to paint outdoors to capture the \u201cfleeting light and atmosphere\u201d of natural settings.\n<\/p>\n
\n Kamil Woj, a painter from New Forest (Image: NQ staff)\n<\/p>\n
\n He described the Lower Gardens painting as an \u201cintensive, single session painting process\u201d.\n<\/p>\n
\n Kamil said: “Process of painting is chasing lights. You have to chase the light.\n<\/p>\n
\n “The thing is when painting, you need to see as you see a first time in your life, like a kid. It could be anything.\n<\/p>\n
\n “It could be, you know, trees, buildings, people walking around.\n<\/p>\n
\n “I can paint anywhere I feel comfortable.”\n<\/p>\n
\n Kamil Woj, a painter from New Forest (Image: NQ staff)\n<\/p>\n
\n Originally from Poland, Kamil’s art is rooted in direct observation and a physical, immediate style inspired by impressionists.\n<\/p>\n
\n His approach recently earned him a wildcard spot on Sky Arts\u2019 Landscape Artist of the Year, where he was filmed painting on location.\n<\/p>\n
\n Kamil has exhibited work at 54 The Gallery and the New Forest Heritage Centre.\n<\/p>\n