About Us

Filbert: artist in school

Paul Priestley has run his company, Filbert: artist in school (Filbert Splosh Ltd), since 2002. From small beginnings Filbert has grown to become a well respected source of inspired interactive art experiences and art events for primary and secondary schools, plus a wide range of other clients, including HSBC, Thames Water, Appletizer. Qatar Oil, Land Rover, National Trust, Eastnor and Sudeley Castles.

Paul taught in a comprehensive school for a number of years before becoming, for over ten years, the Head of Art in a Boy's Grammar School in Southend. He achieved Advanced Skills Teacher status (1999) and was also a senior manager for over 7 years. He was last CRB checked (enhanced) in November 2009.

Paul is passionate about painting and runs his workshops and courses with enthusiasm, always demonstrating the finer points with humour. With his vast knowledge of art and his ability to communicate at all levels, you are guaranteed a successful event.

Paul has exhibited his own paintings in Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Southend, Halifax, London and numerous other venues throughout the UK. Paul is also a member of the Ludlow Art Society.

Why the name Filbert?

The name Filbert comes from the oil/acrylic paint brush of the same name and not, surprisingly, from the filbert nut. As Paul invariably carries a large filbert brush with him, it is easy to explain to the children why he uses the name Filbert.

To see more of Paul's work visit his website www.pppaintings.com