Marion Boddy-Evans Introduction Co-wrote two booksTwo decades of freelance writing and editing experienceTeaches art workshops Experience Marion Boddy-Evans is a former writer for ThoughtCo who covered painting for 12 years. She is an writer and an artist who lives on, and gains inspiration from, Scotland's Isle of Skye. She works from the town of Portree and also teaches workshops in art and quilting. Marion's painting knowledge comes from formal instruction, studio experience, workshops, self-directed personal study, both theoretical and practical, and discussions with other artists.. Marion contributes articles to art magazines and blogs. She edits numerous nonfiction books and how-to art titles. Marion co-wrote Picture Perfect Cape Town and Garden Route (Struik Publishers, 2007) and 1001 Places to See Before You Die in Southern Africa (Penguin Random House South Africa, 2006). Education Marion Boddy-Evans earned a Bachelor in Journalism (B.J.) in Journalism and Translation from Rhodes University.Awards and PublicationsCo-wrote Picture Perfect Cape Town and Garden Route (Struik Publishers, 2007)Co-wrote 1001 Places to See Before You Die in Southern Africa (Penguin Random House South Africa, 2006) LiveAbout and Dotdash Meredith LiveAbout, a Dotdash Meredith brand, is a reference site focused on entertainment, activities, and hobbies. Learn more about us and our editorial guidelines. Read more from Marion Boddy-Evans Pastel Painting Step-by-Step Seascape Demonstration How to Select Colors for Pastel Painting Abstract Art Painting Ideas Reference Photos for Artists: Flowers Photo Gallery of Face Painting Designs Reference Photos for Artists: Seascapes and Waves Reference Photos for Painting Landscapes How Do 'A' Paper Dimensions Relate to Art? How Do I Measure Canvas on a Roll for Painting? Removing a Dent in a Canvas What Is It like to Use Watercolor Canvas? Framing Paintings: Should You Do It Yourself? How do I Frame a Painting Done on Canvas? Painting Critique Checklist The Seven Best Brands of Water Mixable Oil Paints Watercolor Art Supplies List How to Make a Monotype in 7 Steps Photo Gallery: Inside Artists' Studios Fine Art Painting Techniques Creating and Using Shiny, Silver Paint Step-by-Step Demo: Sea Painting Painting Sizing: With or Without the Frame How to Read the Label on a Tube of Paint Overview of Camera Lucida for Artists