A tradition since medieval times has been the Easter Rabbit or Easter Hare. A folklore figure, the hare has symbolised Easter but more often than not has been represented as an Easter bunny. In German tradition, the hare would judge whether children had been...
A new addition to my site. My Larmer Tree Temple artwork is now available as a Sepia Print and a Charcoal Grey fine art print. Larmer Tree Temple is one of the many ornate buildings situated within the Larmer Tree Gardens, Tollard Royal. I've recently received a...
The New Year started off with a lovely order for a client in the US: a Peacock at Larmer Tree Fine Art Print plus a Larmer Tree Temple Fine Art Print. I was asked if I would also include my history as an artist whilst living at the Larmer Tree, plus any information...
Lovely to receive an inquiry and sale today. My 'Peacock at Larmer Tree Gardens' fine art print is now enroute to his new home. I portrayed the original painting in watercolour and gouache, alla prima, an Italian phrase that means ‘at first attempt’. It refers...
I just love their little bony knees. Joey with both knees bent and feet tucked under his tail.Bats are the only mammals whose knees bend backward, and not forward, and the bottom of the feet face forward. Joey flat-out and fast asleep with both knees bent...
This is my most recent pastel portrait on a black background. He's taken far longer than expected to complete due to continuing family health issues, but he was a pleasure to portray. Black backgrounds offer a different approach artwork-wise and I was keen to explore...
My Snowy Egret fine art print flew across the English Channel recently and is now roosting in a lovely new home. Thank you Bridget for your kind words and for sharing your newly-framed Snowy Egret portrait. xx ....
A month ago I received an order for an 'Amy' Orangutan fine art print. Today my 'Cape Mountain Zebra' is on his way to join Amy in their new home together. Thank you Ann. Update: Just received this lovely message. Hi , just received print of zebra. Just wanted to let...
Many years ago I was offered the opportunity to have a video produced containing a selection of my artworks. Am so glad I accepted.
Lovely surprise order this morning. An 'Amy Orangutan fine art print is now on her way to Somerset.