Every artist's journey is marked by defining moments, and for me, one such moment unfolded during a tranquil walk through Weston Turville, Buckinghamshire. Here, I was spellbound by a scene that seemed deceptively simple yet teemed with layers of emotion and...
I'm thrilled to announce that my painting, Hedge, has been shortlisted for the SAA Professional Artist of the Year 2023. Out of many submissions, only 33 have reached this stage and I'm incredibly grateful to be among them. The journey doesn't stop here though, I am...
Dear Art Enthusiasts, I am thrilled to announce my participation in the Open Art Exhibition at the Buckinghamshire County Museum running from 29 April to 8 July 2023. This diverse showcase features around 200 artworks from both professional and amateur artists across...
Dear Subscribers, I'm thrilled to share that my paintings Campo and Wendover Canal III have been selected for inclusion in the Open Art Exhibition at the Buckinghamshire County Museum. The exhibition runs from 29th April to 8th July 2023, and I would be delighted if...
Update: 'Self-portrait' is one of DPW Facebook picks of the day! I have always been hesitant to paint my own portrait. Shyness has been a barrier, but here I am, finally taking the plunge after all these years. I present to you my first self-portrait since 1998, a...
The sun shone brightly as I stepped into the grandeur of Hughenden Manor near High Wycombe in Buckinghamshire. This Victorian mansion was once the country house of Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli, the 1st Earl of Beaconsfield, who was one of Queen Victoria’s most...
Update: 'Cumbrian Forest' is one of DPW Facebook picks of the day! This captivating study of a tree and its environment is a timeless reminder of the beauty of nature. The golden light that filters through the leafy canopies, the lush greens of the landscape, and the...
Update: 'Chiesa Campestre, Roncaglia' is one of DPW Facebook picks of the day! This painting is a tribute to my beloved homeland, a place that I will always carry in my heart. I am filled with emotion as I gaze upon my first painting of 2022, a little rural church...
An early morning walk near Weston Turville inspired this little painting. The foggy weather front is replaced by the blue sky. This is a reworked painting I wasn't satisfied with, the contrast between the lower-key values at the bottom of the painting and the sky...