In the Shelter of the Harbour, Coverack 40x30cm graphite & carbon

Comments

Superb.

Posted by Lewis Cooper on Sat 19 Sep 15:06:03

Excellent work with texture and depth.

Posted by Linda Wilson on Sat 19 Sep 15:19:48

So much to see and enjoy in this. A superb drawing enhanced by your detailed description.

Posted by James Underwood on Sat 19 Sep 15:38:25

Great drawing Alice

Posted by Heather Love on Sat 19 Sep 16:09:21

Wonderful drawing Alice, so much detail and interest, and you have achieved that look of tranquility within the safety of the harbour. Lovely!

Posted by Tessa Gwynne on Sat 19 Sep 17:07:43

Excellent drawing.

Posted by Richard Cooper on Sat 19 Sep 17:12:14

Beautifully rendered

Posted by David Fitch on Sat 19 Sep 18:31:37

What a fabulous drawing Alice! I really admire this. Thank you for your description too which gave me a sense of you in harmony with your creation.

Posted by Diane Boswell on Sat 19 Sep 20:19:29

Fantastic work Alice - love your gallery too.

Posted by caroline harris on Sun 20 Sep 12:25:46

Thank you for all your comments :)

Posted by Alice Hole on Sun 11 Oct 16:05:14

Hang on Studio Wall

19/09/2020

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In this drawing of beautiful Coverack on The Lizard in southwest Cornwall, I tried to convey the sense of calm & shelter I felt when standing next to the dense harbour wall. The boats have signs of wear from weathering the sea but within the walls all felt safe & peaceful. The smaller boats seem slight & fragile but tethered to that sturdy wall they feel secure & protected. I enjoyed drawing the textures - the rough barnacle-covered walls, the battered wood of the boat in the foreground & the wet sand.

About the Artist

Alice Hole

As an artist, I can’t help but be constantly inspired by my surroundings in Cornwall where I live. I love the beautiful landscapes which change with the seasons, dramatic coastlines with vast skies, rolling turquoise seas and the historic mining towns with their quirky architecture and meandering…

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