The Albatross Wells Next the Sea

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An ambitious en plein air scene Barry but you have done well and doubtless learned from the experience. I like the strength being in the focal point, perhaps the nearer buildings in the background could br strengthened a little to give variety?

Posted by Stephen Slater on Fri 09 Sep 10:23:41

Lovely, painting Barry. Especially as it was en plein and spontaneous .

Posted by David Johns on Fri 09 Sep 11:16:15

I think it's super Barry!

Posted by Fiona Phipps on Fri 09 Sep 11:20:34

Been here a couple of months back. You've caught it beautifully. With a success like this I agree its difficult to replicate in the studio.

Posted by Willie Drea on Fri 09 Sep 12:29:40

Very lovely fresh watercolour, Barry.

Posted by Cesare Romano on Fri 09 Sep 13:46:15

Two great watercolour paintings, Barry, portraying the scenes beautifully. Makes me feel I'm there.

Posted by Ann Cromack on Fri 09 Sep 18:45:40

Very fine work - I wish I could loosen up like this. Great colour scheme too with the touches of red

Posted by Tom Cunliffe on Fri 09 Sep 19:46:23

There is light in it, the most detailled objects are the ships, am I right?

Posted by Holger . on Fri 09 Sep 21:03:51

Hang on Studio Wall

09/09/2016

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Painting at Wells next the Sea in Norfolk yesterday and had the courage to paint a scene I had looked at many times. Painted on Arches 140 not half imperial. As always when painting en plein air it is easy to find faults but I'm glad I have given it a go and hope to do a more considered studio version later. However that probably won't be as good as it will lack spontaneity of the moment.

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Barry Hulme

I started painting in 2004, I am influenced by Wesson, Seago and many of the great masters, more recently I enjoy the work of Steve Hall, John Hoar and Alvaro Castignet to name but a few. I paint in a loose style and try to simplify as I can. The medium I enjoy most is watercolour but dabble with…

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