Ali is back from holiday and eager to get back to sharing techniques and materials with you

A portrait full of character as Ali tackles a Springbok in gouache and pastel.

Ali broadcasts live from SAA HQ, demonstrating techniques and answering your questions

Ali goes back to basics with a review of graphite - pencils, sticks and powder can all be used to great effect in your work and she even dips her toe into the tinted varieties too

Ali’s first love - ballet - is the inspiration for her Tips video this month using tinted charcoal

Ali interprets a classic New York street sign in her own unique style

A creative Technique Tuesday for June where Ali shares how she enjoys adding a touch of glister to her paintings

Using pastel pencils, Ali demonstrates a still life of a fruit inspired drink.

A creative Technique Tuesday for May where Ali shares how she uses watercolour to create soft backgrounds called vignettes