Will you be tuning in to the last night of the proms this evening? As with all the other big crowd events, everyone who enjoys the last night celebration (along with the rest of the wonderful prom season) will have to tune in remotely. I recently completed my illustrated version […]
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#ThrowbackThursday
I’ve been busy sorting out my archive/back catalogue this week. Weird to think i’ve been creating art for long enough now to need one! Thought it would also make a nice exercise to time travel a little in the weeks ahead with some #ThrowbackThursday images across social media. So watch […]
Read MoreBamburgh Commission
Is there anything nicer than the contrast between a deep red and a lush green landscape in a scene? Perhaps it’s my British conditioning, but the traditional scarlet of a telephone kiosk or post box* always makes me happy. I finished this Bamburgh scene recently on commission and it has […]
Read MoreMonday Inspiration: Porthcothan Walks
We have been lucky enough to visit this beautiful place in Cornwall multiple times in recent years. Because of recent global events we weren’t sure we’d be able to go again this Summer. But as we were booked to stay in a self-catered house we found ourselves fortunate with timing […]
Read MoreRoyal Albert Hall
In my studio I keep a little black book of ideas and scribbled suggestions for scenes to work on. I also have a drawer that houses a rather messy collection of initial sketches and compositions… usually self initiated illustrations that i’ve tried to start between paid commissions and projects. This […]
Read MoreWinchester Independent Paper Studies
Bringing it closer to home with a couple of Winchester Independent establishments this week. The architecture around the city is fascinating, so here’s a couple of building studies on paper to add to my growing illustrated version of Winchester! Cabinet Rooms Best cocktail bar in Winchester. At least we think […]
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