I was brought up on a large country estate south of Gloucester and lived an idyllic childhood. My father worked in the estate office so we lived in what was the court stable flats on the estate. Being able to wander and play on the estate brought me in touch with nature from my earliest memories, so I learnt quickly to appreciate its perfection in light, shade, colour, harmony and moods.

I had a natural ability, even at five years old, to be able to copy images with accurate detail. 

Self taught, I moved into oil painting as a hobby in my teens and was able to sell quite a few before venturing into the business world of graphics. Having recently retired early I now have chance to paint once again and took it up again 2 years ago, but this time using acrylic to avoid the fumes associated with oil paint thinners, and also sparing my wife the side-effects she used to put up with. However, I am now experimenting with water-based oils as I loved their blending qualities. 

I paint anything that motivates me and even take on portrait commissions. I have also produced ''copies'' of famous paintings for other clients who wished to have an artists copy of their favourite picture. However, most of my work is original and usually reflect light, colour, mood, movement and harmony, in as true to life as my ability and style lets me. Even a garden shed has a beauty when the surroundings are coloured by light. Just the enjoyment of painting is enough, but I have been thrilled that people have made generous comments about my work. 

Gallery

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2015

 

2013

 

2011-12

	'Jimmy Walkabout'' Acrylic on Canvas 405 x 510mm
	'Spitfire''. 700 x 500mm Acrylic on Canvas - Sold -

	''Dusk Roundup'' 560 x 460mm Acrylic on canvas - Sold -
	''The Nomad'' 510 x 410mm Acrylic on canvas

	'Cafe Rouge'' 410 x 510mm Acrylic on canvas
	'Morning Blaze'' 510 x 410mm Acrylic on canvas

	''Raining in Manhattan'' 460 x 560mm Acrylic on canvas Sold
	''The Drinking Font'' 510 x 620mm Acrylic on canvas

 

Should you need any further details or wish to purchase or are interested in a painting displayed here please email me at  [email protected].