All Saints Church, Sandon by Alan Bickley

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Excellent work Alan , good results coming from your experiments.

There is Nothing like challenging oneself Alan.

Beautiful work, love the gravestones !!

Superb artwork Alan.

Still on the gothic scene Alan. A very strong, atmosphere of the past lingers throughout the painting.

Very Gothic as Carole says. I like the “ solidity” here with the strong mix of colours.

Thanks guys… I want more pen work on show with less blocking in… I’m working on it now, but on white paper.

Fabulous, love those colours and the drama they convey

I like the colours and the way they are repeated in the sky, Alan.

This one has got the lot - colour, design, atmosphere (not a place I'd want to linger after dark); it'll be interesting to see where you go with these.

Architecturally, Norman churches are my favourite to look at. Perseverance as you know Alan, is the key to attaining your goals. You are certainly off to a great start.

This is unusual for you Alan but somehow the colours seem to work, it gives a feeling of atmosphere and would love to see you having another go, I’m intrigued in a good way! 👍

It sounds by your comment that your prefer less work than in this example, and I would agree with you on this occasion Al. I like your less solid pieces, more of the structure of pen work on show, but it’s still a super painting. Great fun experimenting though!

Gothic and moody, super colours and textures.

Good atmosphere 👌

I love the colour palette and the textural qualities Alan. Very good!

Really like the colours you've used here Alan. Good experimenting.

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11/06/2026
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This Grade 11 listed Norman church is just a few miles away, I’ve drawn and painted it in all mediums, every aspect, plein air and back in the studio. Mixed media on Canson A3 grey paper. Just experimenting at the moment, I’m some way from what I’m trying to achieve… but I’m persevering!

About the Artist
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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