Julianne Kidd   I grew up with a love of art, architecture and the performing arts.  My life as a ballet dancer was cut short by injury and, after studying IT at university, I put artistic endeavours on hold to pursue a career, and then a family.  I was introduced to Kim Mancini when my eldest daughter started art classes after school.  My fingers were itching as I watched her draw and paint.  In 2008 I finally joined a casual painting class along with a friend for moral support.  I began painting in acrylics but now much prefer oils for their blendability and slower drying time.  I am drawn to portraiture, and I find that oils suit my style better.  At this point in my life I have a little more time to devote to my art and am taking full advantage of it.  I think a measure of my love for painting is that I can truly lose track of time when there is a paintbrush in my hand.

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