"Szt Istvan Bazilica from Zsilinszky Ut" Budapest

Alfresco in the shade

From the Spanish Steps "Rome"

Check mate

A 15" x 11" watercolour painted from one of my holiday snaps. Capturing the moment would be impossible without my trusty digi camera.

Some purist might frown.

What the heck!

" Sunlight at Pantheon " Rome

The composition may be familiar as I have painted this scene before but in a larger size. 

This exercise was painted on 11" x 15" Arches 140lb paper. Sometimes painting down size can assist in a more fluid appearance, but fiddling can be a temptation. I hope you like this one.

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Something different

It is some while since posting on my blog. Facebook seems to take up more of my social networking time these days. Perhaps I have caught the dreaded bug.

On occasion I like to paint life studies which I find good discipline. I hope to include a small selection in my next postings. In the mean time I hope you find these burlesque ladies interesting.

Back street cafe "Rome"

Some of my November solo exhibition paintings were inspired by my recent trip to Rome.

I gained much inspiration from the location which fueled an addiction to the subject matter. I feel I am burning out of ideas now, so I am looking for new locations to rekindle my fix (perhaps Barcelona next).

So much to see and so much to do...what a dilemma.

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Solo Exhibition

Artdecor Gallery are showcasing my solo exhibition of 45 watercolour paintings during November.

For those unable to visit the gallery, please may I invite you to view the exhibition online. click here

A trip to Rome

This week I took a trip to Rome to obtain references for my next exhibition in November, taking in as many sights as possible and collecting almost 250 photographs. Whilst there I managed to paint four plein air watercolours. The trip exceeded all my expectations and as given me much inspiration, which I desperately need.

What a wonderful place to visit.

"Feed the birds, Tupence a bag"

A challenging composition but one I relish.
Of course I have used one of my own photos to capture the moment.
I would not dare attempt this composition without a reference.
I have tried to capture the panic of the young woman has she shares the bird food with these venetian pigeons.
Not exactly Mary Poppins is it?
More like Alfred Hitchcocks "The Birds".

Venice

I must admit that I do enjoy painting Venice.
Though perhaps my blog has too many venice scenes.
It is the easy solution for me to choose Venice to paint today, although I do wonder if I am in my comfort zone to much.
Each day inspiration is my biggest hurdle (what shall I paint today).
I am sure that is the same for everybody.
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Reflections on the Grand Canal

Hello fellow bloggers.
Sorry for neglecting my entries of late, but as usual I seem to have to many irons in the fire.
I hope to catch up with everybody.
This watercolour of the Grand Canal in Venice is one of my panoramic formats which I quite enjoy painting. I hope you like this one.

Piccadilly London

My apologise for not posting for a while.
This painting is a view of piccadilly, London.
The horse statues on the left are in a fountain of water at the entrance to an hotel which I am afraid I cant remember the name of. I think it adds some interest to the composition.
I hope you like this one.


I hope all bloggers out there have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

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Alfresco

This is a short video clip of a little square in Corfu.
I hope you find the watercolour demo interesting



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Waiting in the wings 2

This recent painting is created from a model I photographed in 3 different poses and then composed as one.
I find this subject challenging.
I do prefer to paint life when possible and I am looking forward to life sessions this winter which I find invaluable.
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Soaking up the sun

Today I have searched for inspiration with difficulty. Eventually I resorted to putting two of my old holiday snaps of my wife together to compose the above painting. It is not a painting that I would attempt in the heat of the day for sure.
This is were my trusty camera comes in use.
Perhaps not for the purist, but I have to get my fix somehow.
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A liking for beer

This subject was inspired by a good painting friend of mine Alan. This image shows a typical scene of days gone bye when chaps enjoyed a pint in their local pub. The little terrier looks on hoping to taste the last few drops from its owners glass. I hope it brings back a few memories for you.
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City Life (Manchester)

Manchester as changed considerably over recent years. The buildings with glazed facades compliment the surviving old buildings I feel. Painted on full imperial Bockingford paper and with large brush. This subject appeals to me with at touch of old and new.

Pigeons in St Marks Sqr

A short demonstration clip of my favourite subject with figures, architecture and movement included.
Venice of course provides all these elements.
I hope you find this interesting.



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Grand Canal

In order to get the feeling of expanse and perspective, I thought I should try this format.
It seems to have worked and I am quite pleased with the outcome. I hope it appeals to the viewer.