I did this drawing as an idea for an etching. I wanted to capture the drama of a Cornish sea rescue in Victorian England. I never did the etching in the end, though I did enjoy doing the drawing.
A view of a sea rescue in Victorian England
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I will be exhibiting at The Gallery Holt in Norfolk, from 31st May – 8th July 2025
The Gallery Holt is a contemporary art space that has been exhibiting original artwork by some of the UK’s leading artists since 1972. They have recently invited me to be part of their Spring and Summer exhibition entitled, One Earth. The One Earth Exhibition 31st May – 8th July 2025 The fragility of our planetRead more…
A painting of Maceos bar at Block 9 at The Glastonbury Festival
I was commissioned by a member of the crew to paint Maceos Bar at the Glastonbury Festival, and it was a fine experience indeed. You can buy a limited edition print of Maceos here Unlike most bars, Maceos is temporary—built once a year for the festival—but when you arrive, it feels as though it’s beenRead more…
A painting of St Ives, Cornwall featuring St Nicholas’ Chapel and St Ives Head to win in my next newsletter sent on the 23rd-May-2025
Sign up to my newsletter to enter a free draw to win my signed, original painting of St Ives, Cornwall featuring St Nicholas’ Chapel and St Ives Head worth £160, This painting is 36cm x 19cm, signed & mounted on acid-free card. Newsletter sent 23rd-May-2025. Sign up to my newsletter here I look forwardRead more…