Staithes Rooftops 2 - Revamp

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It's hard to switch back and forth between images, but I do think this looks more.... finished? Ready for the gallery, ready for sale! It has a wonderful warmth, and superb sense of movement in the sea.

Posted by Robert Jones, NAPA on Thu 22 Jul 08:01:00

Agree with Robert!

Posted by Heather Love on Thu 22 Jul 08:06:05

Definitely more depth of colour. I love the orange and blue combination.

Posted by Linda Wilson on Thu 22 Jul 08:06:33

Superb. Agree with other comments too.

Posted by Christine Rogan on Thu 22 Jul 08:54:01

Superb! Love the revamp!!

Posted by David Stevens on Thu 22 Jul 09:01:52

I can really see the difference, it is super.

Posted by Denise Cat on Thu 22 Jul 09:06:00

Beautiful effects -wonderful painting.

Posted by Sarah Crouch on Thu 22 Jul 09:15:05

Can definitely see a difference, this has a fresher, brighter look to it - love the orange/blue combination.

Posted by Jenny Harris on Thu 22 Jul 09:17:21

Well painted Alan.

Posted by George Cutter on Thu 22 Jul 09:23:06

Your glazing has mellowed it down Alan, it has an added depth and richness. Another beauty!

Posted by Fiona Phipps on Thu 22 Jul 10:34:28

Agree with Robert it does feel more finished, although you have mellowed things down a bit to me the overall effect is to make the whole painting look more vibrant and alive.

Posted by Barry Hulme on Thu 22 Jul 10:45:52

I didn’t see the original, but I love that blue sea contrasted with the rooftops Alan. Would love to be there!

Posted by Katy Dean on Thu 22 Jul 12:49:12

I did not see the original but this is terrific, a lovely summery feel!

Posted by William Jones on Fri 23 Jul 21:22:14

Really interesting following the development of this painting Alan and your techniques- Really impressive.

Posted by Shaun Byatt on Sat 24 Jul 05:19:42

I loved the original, but the glazing has given such depth! Love it even more!

Posted by Thalia Stones on Thu 29 Jul 05:55:34

Yes Alan I love that sea. Hoping you are well but you always are Alan

Posted by Dennis Rounding on Mon 02 Aug 17:42:15

Hang on Studio Wall

22/07/2021

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I mentioned in my previous posting that I was going to add some glazing. I’ve brushed on a thin glaze of Lefranc & Bourgeois Flemish Amber with a blue/green mix added to this, covering the whole painting apart from the sky. It’s mellowed everything down a touch which was the desired effect. Once dry, I picked out a few highlights using an off-white, keeping these to a minimum. The photo may not have picked up these subtle changes, but it’s a definite improvement. Oil on board 40 x 50cm

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Alan Bickley

Having studied fine art and graphics at both Stafford and Derby college, my career working as a graphic artist and latterly as editorial artist with Northcliffe Media Ltd, has kept me constantly in touch with all aspects of art and design. Painting mainly in oils, acrylics and watercolour, my…

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