The Old Toll House, Hulme End

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Another Super watercolour David, the shadow on the steps is very well observed.

Posted by Stephen Slater on Tue 12 May 14:22:35

Lovely composition, charming watercolour.

Posted by Fiona Phipps on Tue 12 May 18:46:25

Thank you both. I would like to say that the observation of the shadow comes from painting on the spot but I can't.<br /><br />The view is from a place where the busy pub car park joins a tricky road junction and I may be daft but I'm not stupid. Anyway I'm not very good at standing outside pubs for an hour or more, so I sketched it, photographed it, had a drink and painted it at home!

Posted by David Whitehead on Wed 13 May 09:20:29

Is this piece of art for sale? Thanks Wayne

Posted by Wayne Bester on Sun 19 Aug 16:34:12

I'm afraid it was sold as part of my commission for the inn nearby, Wayne. I could paint it again if you wish? If you would like to consider this option, please email me at [email protected] to discuss details.

Posted by David Whitehead on Mon 20 Aug 09:00:39

Hang on Studio Wall

12/05/2015

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This building is across the road from the Manifold Inn, in the much overlooked Staffordshire side of the Peak District.

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David Whitehead

I have always loved the British landscape – walking in it, photographing it and now, since early retirement, painting it in watercolour. I prefer to paint in the field and have experienced all the difficulties the British weather can present to a painter, from the sun drying the paint on the…

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