The Lane to the Church & Rectory by Alan Bickley

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Brilliant sketch Alan.

Lovely tones and marks Alan, I can see your influences in this piece.

yes this really appeals to me.

Absolutely first class work.

Great pen and wash, Alan. Rowland Hilder would gave been proud to have done that.

Great sketch Alan - like the addition of the warmer tones.

Like it a lot, like the touches of colour !

Superb sketch Alan , love the simplicity but it’s not that simple to achieve such a good look.

Simply beautiful too Alan

A great scene Alan and beautifully sketched.

Great artwork Alan.

Superb, as always, Alan!!

Always good to capture local scenery Alan, lovely drawing.

Like the tonal work, a great sketch.

I've always loved your sketches Alan - they never dissapoint.

Very good, lots to admire in this one Alan.

Superb pen and wash

A delightful rural sketch!

Wonderful sketchy scene Alan. Terrific scribbles and flicky bits.

Superb. The composition, the depth, the directional devices and contrast. Superb.

I like this one a lot Alan with a hint of the receding distant trees. Super.

Yet another great sketch Alan, with those highlights again too

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25/02/2026
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Views like this are in abundance in my vicinity - a short local trip in my car, with a sketchbook to hand, will generally turn up at least a dozen good subjects, albeit so simple they’re often all too easily discounted! Pen and wash.

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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