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An Elegant Muse

25/4/2022

 
This is a portrait of Clotilde García del Castello, the wife of Sorolla. It is based on Sorolla's painting entitled Clotilde con traje gris, completed in 1900. His painting measures 150 x 105 cm and located at Museo Sorolla in Madrid. My version is much smaller at 41x49.
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Clotilde García del Castello, 2022
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Clotilde con traje gris, by Joaquín Sorolla y Bastida, 1900

Selection from 2021

1/1/2022

 
Here is an assortment of work created in 2021. Alongside the usual animals, still lives and portraits, a few castles were constructed and there were visits from Sorolla, Magritte and even Pearl. Deepest appreciation to all the generous souls who help with production: patrons, suppliers, photographers, ceramicist, Spanish teacher, event organisers, and above all Steve who can do everything except paint. He is making me a cup of tea as I write this. Happy New Year!
Music: "Dreaming Bigger" by Tanis

brick by brick

26/12/2021

 
In 1392 Valencian architect Pere Balaguer began to oversee the six year construction of the Serranos Towers, a monumental gateway into Valencia and important landmark to this day. In September Steve and I went to Valencia to photograph the gothic building so that it could be reproduced as a painting. A high-quality Creative Commons photo was ultimately used as the main visual reference for its fine detail, lighting and shadows, thanks to photographer Diego Delso (CC BY-SA delso.photo). The portrait measures 1.4 square metres. Three months of working on this project has resulted in tremendous satisfaction, a little more knowledge of Spanish history, and new friends made along the way. Today the painting was picked up for delivery to its home in Valencia.
Music: "For The Kingdom" by Lisle Moore
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Retrat de les Torres de Serrans, 140x140 cm acrylic painting on wood

Still Painting!

23/11/2021

 
I try to update this site at least once a month. The last post was in August so here is a quick note to say, YES painting continues. In fact there is so much painting going on that web site maintenance has taken a back seat. It would be great to share what it is that keeps me so busy, but now is not the time. Instead here is a photo from an afternoon with Prats Cerámica displaying new Socarrat tile designs during Setmana del Fang d'Orba (Orba Mud Week) last month. Note the more traditional Socarrats installed on the balcony above the stand. Click the photo for more information about the tiles.
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Pearl Spotted in Jávea

22/8/2021

 
The fictional but believable Pearl remains a constant companion in the studio. Some readers will remember how she was popping up in paintings everywhere during our decade in Sheffield. Nowadays she rarely occupies the easel where a more figurative style of painting has priority. When asked to paint her in a bespoke scenario this summer it was hard to refuse. I forgot how fun it was to mix the uninhibited-red hair colour, insert Irene the Cat, float fat pearls around thin necks, and liberally blend potty with poise. Already the owner of Paddling Pearl, the outdoor sports enthusiast wanted a keepsake from vacations in Jávea and this is an iconic view of the Playa de la Grava with Cap de Sant Antoni in the background. Thank you dear Chrissie and Ian. Come back soon!
Music: "Three Day Weekend" by Driftmob Orchestra
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Perla de la Playa de Grava en Jávea, 73x60cm acrylic on wood

Xiquet al Far Verd

27/7/2021

 
Xiquet al Far Verd, which is Valenciano for Boy at the Green Lighthouse, won a contest hosted by the Federación de Organizaciones de Xàbia (Jávea) to celebrate 125 years since Sorolla first visited this beautiful coastal town. As Sorolla fans know, the colours and light in Jávea were a source of inspiration for several of his paintings. In 1896, he painted Xiquet de Jávea. My version is based on a photo I took of a lighthouse in the Port when we lived there. More info...
Music: "Cello Suite" by John Lenehan
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Xiquet al Far Verd, 50x61cm acrylic on canvas

Painting Miss Maisie

20/7/2021

 
Lucky me! I got to paint a beautiful podenco called Maisie, probably short for 'amazing' because she is a tireless jumper and hill climber. For this reason she appears on a mountaintop in the portrait. In person she is affectionate and just a real pleasure to be around. Huge thank you to Ruth for this fun project.
Music: "Very First Smile" by Bellflower
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Magical Maisie, 54x65cm acrylic painting on wood

invertebrata

9/6/2021

 
You don't have to have a backbone to be beautiful. Invertebrates comprise the majority of the animal kingdom, up to 97 percent! Whether they have eight legs or no legs, tentacles, or live in shells and under rocks, painting these creatures is a pleasure.
Music: "Answers" by Morgan Kibby
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Squid, fired clay tile 20x20cm

Feathered Friends

30/5/2021

 
To draw and paint feathers always seemed a daunting and tedious endeavour but if I don't think about it too much, and just focus on the shapes and tones, it magically comes together. Furthermore, birds have such dramatically different eyes, which are fascinating and fun to paint! Check out the video and see if you agree.
Music: "La La Love" by Animal Island
Cast: chickens, ostrich, medieval bird, sea gulls, puffin, gannet, duck, hoopoe, owl, cockatiel, penguins, humming bird, Socarrat tile birds, and real swans on Lake Geneva.
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The Seafood Lovers, acrylic paintings on 40x40cm wood panels

TO FISH

22/5/2021

 
As a fisherman's daughter from Nova Scotia I have a lot of appreciation for the work required to bring the ocean's bounty to our tables. Fishing family, friends and fables have inspired my artwork. Here is a selection of sketches, studies, clay tile designs, and finished paintings.
Music: "Sierras" by Orchard Heights
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Two Sardines, 40x30cm oil painting on stretched linen
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