For my subject, I chose to paint Flask Walk, a charming little walkway lined with shops and cafés, ending with a fine pub, The Flask. Interestingly, the name ‘Flask Walk’ comes from the flasks that were produced nearby to bottle mineral water from the Hampstead Wells.
You can buy this painting as a limited edition print here.
Hampstead is a true gift for a painter—I love all its hilly nooks and crannies.
I’m especially pleased that my painting sold on the very first day
Recently, I paid a visit to The Affordable Art Fair in London. It was going to be a very slow day because the previous evening had been rather lively. Yes, that evening included a band that sang songs about (amongst other things) dog dribble. Despite the title It was a far better gig than youRead more…
Last year I began selling greetings cards featuring my allotments and gardens. Just recently I have decided to add three more sets for you to choose. Having looked through my collection of artworks I thought three locations would be of interest. The London Collection The Cornwall Collection The Cotswold Collection Each is on high qualityRead more…
In recent times, I was pleased to be invited to deliver one of my art talks to the Portsmouth Urban Sketchers group. I really enjoy giving these talks, as they give me the opportunity to share a few painting tips with those who are already painting and drawing—and, hopefully, to inspire a few new convertsRead more…