I have known Paul as an artist and colleague for more than 10 years, starting when I first booked him to conduct an oil painting workshop for my art group.  More recently I scheduled Paul to lead a two-day workshop in June 2025 for members of the Pastel Society NSW.  Paul takes his teaching very seriously and is a very popular tutor:  he creates a relaxed atmosphere that makes his students feel at ease and free from pressure while learning.