The development and growth of canals was literally key to the pace of the industrial revolution. The navigable water network grew as the demand for industrial transport increased. Canals provided a quick, and economic system for the nationwide transportation of goods including cotton and coal. In the 1830s railways were introduced and by the 1850’sContinue reading “Then and Now”
Category Archives: Painting
Wildfire
Uncontrolled and unpredictable fires are one of the most common forms of natural disaster in many parts of the globe including Australia and California. Whatever name they are given – wildfire, bush fire, wildland fire or rural fire – they often cause damage to property and loss of life as well as having major environmentalContinue reading “Wildfire”
Bluebells
Bluebells are probably my favourite flower. As I write this it is May in Manchester, and the bluebells are in full bloom. I am lucky to have a couple of local woodland walks where at this time of year the ground is a breath-taking carpet of blue. Original (16 x 16 inches) available framed (26.5Continue reading “Bluebells”
Warm and Cosy
Warm and Cosy – original painting – acrylic on board. Framed in natural wood £190 including UK delivery. Fine art Giclee prints available to order in custom sizes.
Wet and Dry
Original acrylic painting unframed – £190 including UK postage. Image size 425 x 345mm. Fine art Giclee prints and canvas prints in custom sizes available to order.
Waves
I am always in awe of the power of the sea. This painting is inspired by the many beaches in New South Wales, Australia where huge breakers leave you in no doubt of the immense forces at play. Even more remarkable is watching surf boarders who seem effortlessly to master the waves. Personally I willContinue reading “Waves”
Boats at sunset
An original painting of the sun setting over boats on a calm sea. The end of the day and there is nothing as peaceful and tranquil as the sound of the sea lapping the shore and the wind chiming of the cables on the sailboat masts. Acrylic on board. Original art – acrylic on panelContinue reading “Boats at sunset”
Autumn
Summer is over and autumn has arrived bringing with it a wonderful array of colours – browns, reds, yellows and everything in between. A stunning time of year for all landscape artists. Giclee prints on canvas available in custom sizes to order. Contact if interested in placing an order.
Poppies
Today is Remembrance Day
The Crow
Corvus is a widely distributed genus of medium to large-sized birds including crows, ravens, rooks, jackdaws, magpies and jays. There is a fair amount of folklore and mythology surrounding crows. The Roman poet Ovid described the crow as a harbinger of rain. In Greek legend. princess Arne was bribed with gold by King Minos ofContinue reading “The Crow”