British Country Sports
The field sports of the British Isles have been in my blood since I was a small child and I have always had a passion for drawing horses. Many of my friends are connected with farming and country life, so it follows that my art and my life are complementary.
I am never short of projects with invitations to various country venues, enough for a lifetime of painting! I love going out with country people; they are full of character, humour and wisdom and their zest for life is second to none! The people and their animals are the essence of my work: I love the camaraderie and the strong bonds that exist between them.
Those feelings are so powerful when I am painting. The days spent in pursuit of ideas and images are essential. Whatever the weather or the season, I need to see the patchwork of colours, the changing light, the postures of the participants and the temperament of the animals. Being there enables me to bring to life the atmosphere and energy of those moments.
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Home for the Night |
Surveyed the Scene |
Team Work |
The A Team |
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The Beater |
Shallow Waters |
Through the Gate |
Time to Move Off |
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Tying the Fly |
Winter Sunshine |
Well Done! |
End of the First Drive |