This is a much looser and painterly interpretation of St. Peters Sq. looking towards The Midland Hotel. A very quick painting indeed!Oil on Board 9" x 9" • SOLD
St. Peters Sq. (3)
St Peter’s Square (2)
This is round two of my painting of St. Peters Square in Manchester. My first attempt inspired me to go bigger and zoom in a little as I felt there was some unfinished business with regard to the tram and a more sympathetic crop.Oil on board 44cm x 23cm • SOLD
Manchester, St Peters Sq.
Continuing my look at iconic buildings of Manchester. Here is my view of St. Peters square with a view of the outgoing tram. I love doing paintings where a small shaft of light pics out a detail. (in this case the tram) The violet of the sky helped punch out the intense yellow and the... Continue Reading →
The Midland Hotel
Following on with the theme of iconic Manchester buildings. Here is my first attempt at painting the Midland Hotel. This must be the most painted building in Manchester. The more you observe it through the day the more it changes and delivers such amazing views. Apparently it was one of Hitlers favourite buildings and instructed... Continue Reading →
The Palace Theatre – Manchester
Here is my first attempt at painting some iconic buildings in Manchester. The Palace Theatre in Manchester. It is the view of Oxford road looking towards Central Library with the reference picture taken at dusk! My favourite time for capturing mood and atmosphere. I really enjoyed painting the surrounding buildings. Oil on Board. Dimensions c.... Continue Reading →
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