Walking in the fells of Cumbria has been a favourite pastime of mine for many, many years. Standing on a peak after a few hours steady climbing is a moment of achievement, peacefulness and tranquillity. I have tried to capture those emotions in this painting, particularly the tranquillity of being many miles and thousands ofContinue reading “Tranquillity”
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Rainy Day #1
This painting is the first of my collection focussing on street views in the rain. I would like to thank Matteo Cataneze, whose photographs published on Unsplash, will be used as references for the collection. Visit the website if you are interested in buying.
Southwark Bridge
This is a view of Southwark Bridge looking in a westward direction with St Paul’s cathedral in the distance. At dusk the bridge starts a light show, an amazing sight and experience as the lights are softly reflected on the Thames. As the night darkens the lights colours and reflections become more prominent but inContinue reading “Southwark Bridge”
Some Sun to Brighten the Day
Sun, sea and a wealth of colour. This painting always gives me a warm glow on a wet and cold winter’s day.
Woodland Mist
There is something ethereal almost spectral about woodland morning mist. Sometimes so low that it is swirling around your legs as you walk, other times all around you so trees seem to appear loom into sight from nowhere. Mist is formed in the morning as the sun rises and the ground warms up. The airContinue reading “Woodland Mist”
In search of food
Eagle is the common name for a wide variety of magnificent birds of prey. The name does not denote a natural group but rather any bird of prey large enough to hunt sizeable prey, although the eagle in this painting looks to be struggling in its search for food. Eagles can be found in allContinue reading “In search of food”
La Briscola e il Telefonino
Last year I was sitting outside a bar in Calabria enjoying a cold beer on a beautiful summer’s day in August. There were two groups near me at adjacent tables and I was fascinated by the vastly different level of social interaction within each group. To my right were seven local men playing “La Briscola”Continue reading “La Briscola e il Telefonino”
Mother and Child
I painted “Mother and Child” over 50 years ago. It was my first serious portrait painting and I remember being very unsure of my ability to capture the proud and resolute look on mother’s face. Unfortunately the surface was damaged some years ago whilst the painting was in storage
Silhouette Collection
My silhouettes collection. Original artwork and fine art Giclee prints and canvas prints in custom sizes available to order – see website for details or contact me on +447887 884088. Free UK delivery.
Italian Collection
For lovers of Italy – my Italian collection with paintings of Calabria, Puglia, Tuscany, Sicily and Basilicata. I hope they bring a bit of sunshine into your day. Original paintings and fine art Giclee and canvas prints available in custom sizes to order.