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 →
‘Scooter Girl’ – Deansgate. Manchester
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
Piccolino. Cross Street. Manchester
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 →
Alberts Schloss. Peter Street. Manchester
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
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 →
Bridgewater – Midland
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
Mount Street – Manchester
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
Rainy Day in Manchester
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 →
Deansgate
I can't resist an awning. They seem to feature in a number of my paintings! This is the intersection of Deansgate/Quay Street with Kendal's just poking through in the distance.Oil on Board 40 x 30cms • SOLD
Hopperesque
This is not the most glamorous of paintings that I have produced lately. It is a Manchester scene, but one that perhaps you don't recognise. It's located in a small back street named Rowendale St. (opposite Deansgate locks)It appealed to me for it's homage to Edward Hopper who painted many scenes of isolation, emptiness and... Continue Reading →
