Photo Diary

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For a neighbour

Tuesday, April 3rd, 2018

This was one of those pictures I took a while ago, and wanted to paint for quite a while. It’s a neighbour’s house in the street not far away, but with the hulk of Cawsand Beacon rising in the background. I’ve always liked this road.

Okehampton Town

Tuesday, April 3rd, 2018

I had a second or two to nip into the road to snap this photo on my camera. I liked the view going down the hill into the town, and when I got home I had to paint it.

Another Cricket Scene

Monday, January 8th, 2018

I’ve been back to the brushes at last. This year I am determined to paint more often. I need the relaxation! Meanwhile, thanks to the folks who commissioned paintings last year … here’s hoping I get some more in 2018!

 

Outline sketch for a Christmas Card

Monday, October 24th, 2016

A simple village scene based on a photo I have of the snow that fell 6-7 years ago. Not had any since, sadly! Still, I think it has the right atmosphere.

 

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Morning at school

Tuesday, September 27th, 2016

This is the scene in the mornings outside the village school

 

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Village scene

Tuesday, September 27th, 2016

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View past Wheal Betsy

Tuesday, September 27th, 2016

 

Sadly the colours didn’t come out well in this photo!

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A local barn

Tuesday, September 27th, 2016

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Dartmoor Village

Tuesday, September 27th, 2016

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Thoughtful walker

Tuesday, September 27th, 2016

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