I've always wanted to paint Piccadilly station with it's hustle and bustle during a peak period. So I finally got to interpret it. It reminded me so much of those commutes home in the 90's and of the lovely feeling of the late sun pouring through the arched windows. I loved painting the long shadows... Continue Reading →
This is the view of the entrance to the Albert Hall on Peter St. (next to Albert Schloss). This building seems virtually hidden but if you go inside it is an amazing space. It was built originally as a Methodist hall in 1908 by the architect William James Morley. It's now a concert hall which... Continue Reading →
Here is a more recent and contemporary painting. She's called 'Scooter girl' and I captured her racing down Deansgate (outside Kendalls) Just loved the graceful and serene expression on her face as she whizzed by. Somehow I managed to snap her. • SOLD
With the summer fast approaching I've decided to create some cafe/restaurant scenes of Manchester. Its not very often that we get to sit outside in Manchester but when we get the chance it's glorious. I can sit all day and people watch, it is so rich visually with lots of colour and interesting scenes of... Continue Reading →
This is my latest painting of the famous Alberts Schloss bar on Peter Street in Manchester. Its unmissable with its striking blue and white awnings. I've wanted to paint this for a while... but it seemed too camp (Ooh matron) with it's garish awnings x 3. However I decided to reduce to it 1 with... Continue Reading →
The Palace Theatre. Manchester.Just delivered this (my latest painting) to the De Lacey gallery.It's my view of the theatre just as the light is beginning to fade and the lights of the canopy are illuminating the passers by.Oil on board. 16" x 12"I'm hoping to produce some limited edition giclee prints of this one with... Continue Reading →
A view from St.Peters Sq. looking towards the Bridgewater Hall and Midland Hotel.I really enjoyed trying to capture the rich colours of the fading light and the emerging tram under the spotlightOil on board. 12 x 12 inches. • SOLD
Another quick study. This time a view from behind Central Library looking towards the Midland. I loved the effect of the warm light on the cloisters. Don't we all.Oil on board. 9 x 9 inches. • SOLD
This was just a quick study of the view looking down George Street through China Town to the City Tower.I really enjoyed trying to capture the rich colours of the winter sun. Some additional work needed but it's more or less finished.Oil on board. 9 x 9 inches. • SOLD
Up until now I've tried to resist that typical scene of Manchester painted in the rain. But it seems they go together like Cheese and Tomato. However, I've tried to paint that fine rain that gets you very wet. If you've ever experienced Manchester in the summer… you'll know what I mean.Its the view from... Continue Reading →
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